Fantasy Baseball News

Craig Kimbrel secured his seventh save of the season in the Orioles' narrow 6-5 win over the Angels.

Fantasy Impact: He allowed one hit and one walk while striking out one batter in his inning of work. Kimbrel's performance this season continues to impress, maintaining a stellar 0.82 ERA and a 0.64 WHIP through 11 appearances. His high strikeout rate (13.9 K/9) and strikeout-to-walk ratio (8.50) remain key indicators of his dominance. Fantasy managers should feel confident keeping Kimbrel active, as his ability to shut down opponents in close games significantly boosts his value in all formats.

Jhoan Duran (oblique) is scheduled to make a rehab appearance with Triple-A St. Paul on Friday. (Source: Dan Hayes on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Duran struggled in his rehab outing Tuesday but was able to complete the outing without any setbacks. The 26-year-old could be in line to return if he can show better control in his next rehab outing.

Brusdar Graterol (shoulder) has stopped his throwing program due to arm soreness, per manager Dave Roberts. (Source: Bill Plunkett on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Roberts added “It’s going to be a long program” to get him back. Graterol’s setback likely means there will not be a timetable for his return and fantasy managers should consider it will be well after his first eligible date of May 18.

Cionel Perez (oblique) is starting his rehab assignment with Triple-A Norfolk on Wednesday. (Source: Steve Melewski on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Perez has been out of action with a right oblique strain. Fantasy managers should expect the lefty to need multiple rehab outings before returning to the Orioles’ bullpen.

The Texas Rangers have claimed left-hander Kolton Ingram off waivers from the New York Mets. (Source: Evan Grant on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Ingram was designated for assignment by the Mets on Saturday and lands with the Rangers on the open market. The 27-year-old has just five MLB appearances under his belt from 2022 with the Angels and pitched to a solid 3.21 ERA in 22 appearances at Triple-A Salt Lake a season ago.

The Red Sox have recalled Zack Kelly from Triple-A Worcester. (Source: Chris Cotillo on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Kelly will take the roster spot of Brayan Bello, who was placed on the injured list Wednesday. Kelly has 10 strikeouts and nine scoreless innings across six games in Triple-A this season.

Paul Sewald (oblique) is meeting with the team’s medical staff to determine if he is ready to be activated from the injured list. (Source: Theo Mackie on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Sewald would go out for another rehab appearance if the team determines he is not ready to be activated. Sewald appears close to returning to his role as the Diamondbacks’ closer.

The Cardinals have recalled John King from Triple-A Memphis. (Source: Cardinals on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: King will take the roster spot of Zack Thompson, who was optioned in the corresponding move. The 29-year-old has a 3.38 ERA and 1.13 WHIP in six games in Memphis this season.

Evan Phillips secured his seventh save of the season, navigating through a shaky inning where he allowed one hit and three walks while striking out two in the Dodgers' 4-1 win over the Nationals.

Fantasy Impact: Despite the walks, Phillips managed to keep his ERA impressively low at 0.93, reinforcing his role as a reliable closer for the Dodgers. His WHIP now sits at 1.24, which, while decent, suggests some volatility given the number of baserunners he allowed in this outing.

Camilo Doval efficiently secured his fifth save of the season, striking out one in a clean outing as the Giants defeated the Mets 5-1.

Fantasy Impact: In just five pitches, Doval showcased his ability to shut down opponents quickly, maintaining his perfect record in save opportunities this year. This performance should reassure fantasy managers about his reliability as a closer.

Justin Lawrence notched a save in the Rockies' 7-4 victory over the Padres, allowing one hit in a scoreless inning.

Fantasy Impact: Lawrences's high ERA of 6.23 and WHIP of 1.73 remain red flags, but he seemingly remains first in line to see save opportunities for the Rockies. Fantasy managers should view Lawrence as a risky option.

James McArthur notched a save in the Royals' narrow 3-2 victory over the Blue Jays on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: McArthur pitched two innings, allowing just one hit and one walk while keeping the Blue Jays scoreless. Despite not recording any strikeouts, McArthur's ability to secure the save in a tight game was crucial. His performance this season has been solid, maintaining a 3.09 ERA and a 1.29 WHIP over 10 appearances. His high strikeout rate (9.3 K/9) and excellent strikeout-to-walk ratio (6.00) suggest he can remain a reliable asset in fantasy leagues.

Carlos Estevez delivered a flawless performance, striking out two and securing a save in the Angels' 7-4 victory over the Orioles.

Fantasy Impact: Estevez's outing was a model of efficiency, requiring just 16 pitches to complete his inning of work without allowing any hits, walks, or runs. This latest appearance lowers his ERA to an impressive 2.57 and continues to solidify his role as a reliable closer for the Angels.

Miguel Castro was placed on the 15-day IL with right shoulder inflammation. (Source: Diamondbacks on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Castro is set to undergo further testing Wednesday to determine the severity of the injury. The team has recalled Andrew Saalfrank to take Castro’s spot in the bullpen.

The Diamondbacks have recalled Andrew Saalfrank from Triple-A Reno. (Source: Diamondbacks on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Saalfrank will join the Diamondbacks’ bullpen with Miguel Castro (shoulder) landing on the injured list Tuesday. The left-hander will provide depth out of the Arizona bullpen.

The Cubs have recalled Luke Little from Triple-A Iowa. (Source: Taylor McGregor on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Little will join the Cubs as an option out of the bullpen after the team placed Drew Smyly and Kyle Hendricks on the IL Tuesday. He will provide depth out of the bullpen.

Blake Treinen (chest) is starting a rehab assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City. (Source: Eric Stephen on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Treinen is set to pitch in his first game since suffering a bruised lung in March. Fantasy managers should expect the veteran to still need a lengthy rehab assignment.

The Nationals placed Robert Garcia on the 15-day IL with an illness. (Source: Nationals on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Garcia is dealing with the flu and will now be forced to miss some time. The team recalled Jacob Barnes from Triple-A Rochester as the corresponding move.

The Reds have optioned Casey Legumina to Triple-A Louisville. (Source: Reds on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Legumina allowed two runs on Monday and will return back to Louisville after just one day on the Reds’ roster. Sam Moll, who was activated from the IL, will take his spot in the bullpen.

Sam Moll was activated from the injured list Tuesday. (Source: Reds on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Moll has not pitched this season due to a left shoulder injury. Fantasy managers should expect him to work in middle relief out of the Reds’ bullpen.

The Rangers have sent Josh Sborz (shoulder) to Double-A Frisco on a rehab assignment. (Source: Texas Rangers PR on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Sborz has been out of action since April 7 with a rotator cuff strain. Fantasy managers should expect the reliever to only need a few rehab appearances before returning.

The Diamondbacks have claimed Joe Jacques off waivers from the Red Sox. (Source: Andrew Parker on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Jacques was designated for assignment by Boston after appearing in one game. The left-hander will provide depth in the Diamondbacks’ bullpen.

Josh Simpson is set to undergo surgery on the ulnar nerve in his left elbow. (Source: Christina De Nicola on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Simpson is expected to be sidelined for three months before he will be able to resume pitching in games. Fantasy managers should expect Simpson to miss the bulk of the season.

The Rangers activated Jonathan Hernández from the 15-day injured list. (Source: Evan Grant on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Hernandez had been sidelined due to a left shoulder injury. He should hold a role in the middle innings in the Rangers bullpen.

David Bednar secured his third save of the season in Monday's 4-2 victory over the Brewers.

Fantasy Impact: Bednar allowed one hit and struck out one in a scoreless inning of work. Despite this solid performance, Bednar's season has been rocky, marked by a bloated 10.13 ERA and three blown saves in nine appearances. His high strikeout rate (12.4 K/9) continues to be a silver lining, suggesting he has the ability to overpower hitters, but his overall inconsistency makes him a risky fantasy option.