Robert Suarez

Robert Suarez has opted out of his contract with the Padres.

Fantasy Impact

Suarez had an $8 million player option for the next two seasons, but will now enter the free-agent market with plenty of suitors. The 34-year-old is poised to land a major raise with a team in need of a closer.

Robert Suarez earned his 40th save of the season, striking out two batters in a scoreless inning to help the Padres secure a 3-2 win against the White Sox.

Fantasy Impact

Continuing to look sharp on the mound, Suarez has given up only one earned run in his last five outings. Following his performance on Sunday, he now holds a 3.06 ERA and a 0.93 WHIP over 68 games, along with a solid 9.6 K/9 rate and a 4.50 strikeout-to-walk ratio.

Robert Suarez earned the save in Wednesday's win over the Mets, allowing one hit and one walk while notching no strikeouts in a scoreless inning.

Fantasy Impact

After today’s game, Suarez boasts a 3.02 ERA with 39 saves across 66 appearances this season. Suarez continues to be a shutdown closer for fantasy managers.

Robert Suarez earned his 38th save of the season, striking out three batters in a perfect inning against the Rockies.

Fantasy Impact

Suarez has been one of the top closers this season, ranking second in MLB in saves. Following yesterday's win, he holds a 3.06 ERA and 0.93 WHIP with 38 saves across 65 appearances.

Robert Suarez earned his 36th save of the season, allowing two hits and one earned run while throwing 18 pitches in Saturday's win over the Rockies.

Fantasy Impact

The right-hander continues a mostly reliable stretch out of the bullpen, holding opponents scoreless in six of his last seven appearances for the Padres. After yesterday’s outing, Suarez now has a 3.00 ERA and 0.97 WHIP across 61 appearances.