Steven Wilson

Wilson (back) was acquired by Tampa Bay via trade this offseason. He sat out significant time during the 2024 season due to back problems.

Fantasy Impact

Manager Kevin Cash said Friday that Wilson has back issues and is unavailable for Opening Day. Whether the current problem represents a recurrence of the 2024 issues remains unclear. Wilson has not appeared in any Grapefruit League games this spring.

The Rays signed RHP Steven Wilson to a one-year, $1.520 million deal to avoid arbitration.

Fantasy Impact

Wilson was acquired by Tampa Bay just recently back in November. He figures to command a middle relief role in the Rays bullpen.

The Rays acquired RHP Steven Wilson and RHP Yoendrys Gómez from the White Sox for OF Everson Pereira and 2B Tanner Murray.

Fantasy Impact

Wilson has previously pitched for the White Sox and Padres. He will add another middle relief arm in the bullpen for Tamp Bay.

Steven Wilson earned the save by allowing one walk but no hits or earned runs in his appearance against the Rangers.

Fantasy Impact

After today’s win, Wilson now holds a 1.72 ERA and 0.89 WHIP with one save across 16 games this season.

Steven Wilson pitched one inning Tuesday, allowing a solo home run while striking out two in the White Sox’s 5-1 win over the Reds.

Fantasy Impact

Wilson’s ERA ticked up to 2.25 across 12 innings, but he now has 12 strikeouts to just four hits allowed. The home run was a blemish, but he continues to be a strong bullpen asset with a 0.83 WHIP. In leagues tracking holds or deeper category builds, his K/BB rate and ratios are staying clean.