Sean Newcomb

Sean Newcomb (concussion) was activated from the 7-day concussion injured list on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Newcomb has been sidelined since taking a line drive off his head on June 15. He's expected to be used out of the bullpen going forward. With Luke Jackson consistently struggling to convert saves for the Braves, it wouldn't be surprising to see Newcomb used in the closer's role in the near future.

The Braves placed Sean Newcomb on the 7-day concussion injured list.

Fantasy Impact

Newcomb was struck in the head by a line drive on Saturday and Atlanta obviously wants to play it safe. The move is being made retroactive to June 18th.

Braves pitcher Sean Newcomb left Saturday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies after taking a 102 MPH line drive off of the bat of J.T. Realmuto to the back of the head. He left the field under his own power but was replaced in the game by Touki Toussaint.

Fantasy Impact

It sounds as if Newcomb avoided serious injury, but he will surely be evaluated over the next 24 hours or so for signs of a concussion after taking such a forceful hit to the head. Look for an update on his status in the next few days.

Braves pitcher Sean Newcomb pitched 4 2/3 scoreless innings of relief to earn the win in Monday's victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates. He allowed just one hit while striking out six.

Fantasy Impact

Newcomb has been solid since returning to the majors a few weeks ago, pitching in late-inning spots and coming in early for extended innings like he did on Monday. It's possible that he works his way back into the rotation at some point, but the addition of Dallas Keuchel makes such a move more difficult.

Braves pitcher Sean Newcomb tossed a perfect ninth inning in Monday's win over the San Francisco Giants to earn his first career save. He struck out one.

Fantasy Impact

Newcomb has been pitching lights out since being recalled from Triple-A after a demotion due to a rocky April, and he could continue to earn himself late-inning opportunities if he continues to pitch well.