Ryan Brasier

Ryan Brasier struck out one in a scoreless inning to record his seventh save in a 2-0 win over the Twins on Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Brasier got right into action after being out for six days on the bereavement list. The veteran reliever has been struggling and recorded his first save since April 21. The Red Sox are going closer by committee so Brasier may be in line for some more opportunities.

The Red Sox activated Ryan Brasier off the bereavement list on Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Brasier wound up being away from the team for six days. He has been falling out of favor for save chances lately and doesn't need to be owned in most fantasy leagues. Matt Barnes is the preferred Red Sox reliever to own in fantasy.

The Red Sox placed Ryan Brasier on the bereavement/family medical emergency list.

Fantasy Impact

Brasier will be away from the team for 24-72 hours. His shine as a fantasy asset had faded, however, as he is no longer getting the majority of save chances.

Ryan Brasier gave up three runs on two hits and did not record an out as the Red Sox lost to the Indians on Tuesday by a 7-5 score.

Fantasy Impact

This could be Brasier's last save chance for a while as the veteran reliever has been struggling. Brasier has an 8.00 ERA and 1.44 WHIP with two blown saves in May. Matt Barnes, Marcus Walden, and Brandon Workman look to be the leading candidates to get the next opportunities.

Ryan Brasier pitched the 11th inning giving up one run on one hit, walked two and struck out one as the Red Sox lost to the Rockies by a 5-4 score.

Fantasy Impact

Brasier has been struggling having given up five earned runs over his last five appearances. The veteran reliever was being used in closer situations but looks to have lost the role. Fantasy owners holding onto Brasier may want to look for another source of saves.