Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Pete Fairbanks across Baseball.
This week's closer spotlight dives into the shifting dynamics of Major League Baseball's bullpens, highlighting who is dominating save opportunities and how injuries are reshaping roles.
At the halfway point of the season, the ninth‑inning landscape is a mix of locked‑in options and uncertain committees, shaping both club strategies and fantasy decisions.
A look at the evolving closer situations for every Major League Baseball team at the halfway point, highlighting confidence levels, committee risks, and fantasy‑relevant targets.
The rest‑of‑season (ROS) rankings that have become a staple for fantasy baseball managers are more than a simple list; they are a strategic compass that points toward the players most likely to deliver value over the final stretch of the campaign.
A look at recent performances, trade rumors, and emerging relievers as the 2026 season unfolds.
Cade Smith tops the majors with 24 saves, while injuries to Aroldis Chapman and blown saves by Caleb Kilian and Seranthony Dominguez add volatility to the closer market.
The latest ZiPS update projects a volatile 2027 season where a handful of pitchers climb sharply while a larger group slides, reshaping arbitration and trade outlooks.
A deep dive into the standout performances of MLB’s relief pitchers, the struggles of a few, and the upcoming broadcast partnership that will bring these stories to a wider audience.
Recent games have seen closers jostle for roles, hitters deliver historic performances, and fantasy analysts suggest streaming pitchers for upcoming matchups.
June’s relief action featured dominant closers like David Bednar and Mason Miller, while some bullpen pieces stumbled. The article also covers the upcoming MLB broadcast deal with NBC and Peacock.
A new trade value chart combines expert consensus rankings and a custom calculation to help fantasy managers assess the rest‑of‑season value of hitters and pitchers, revealing which assets are undervalued or overvalued.
A look at the latest fantasy baseball closer rankings, highlighting key performances, injuries, and the growing use of bullpen committees across the league.
A deep dive into the current closer landscape, featuring Jacob Latz’s surge, the resurgence of Alex Lange, and key waiver wire options across the league.
The latest weekly trade‑value chart highlights high‑risk buy‑low options such as Ronald Acuna Jr. and Chase DeLauter, while flagging sell‑high players like Mickey Moniak and Brandon Woodruff as they return from injury.
This week's Closer Report highlights key changes in MLB closer roles, including Ryan Helsley's return to the Baltimore Orioles and Daniel Palencia's injury for the Chicago Cubs. The article also provides updates on top-tier closers like Mason Miller, Cade Smith, and Jhoan Duran, detailing their recent performances and statistics. It covers injuries, saves, and notable performances across various teams, offering insights into the current state of MLB bullpen situations.
The latest Top 300 fantasy baseball rankings are released, featuring MLB’s 2026 return to NBC and Peacock, key player movements, and injury updates.
The Miami Marlins' relief corps has posted a 3.49 ERA and 9.73 strikeouts per nine innings over 72 games, driven by standout performances from Anthony Bender, Lake Bachar, John King and Pete Fairbanks.
The Miami Marlins' relief corps has delivered impressive statistics this season, but questions about sustainability and walk rates remain.
The Pittsburgh Pirates lost 4-2 to the Miami Marlins on Sunday night, extending their losing streak to six straight starts by Skenes while Marlins pitcher Max Meyer delivered a strong outing.
Acquired in 2025, right‑hander Tyler Phillips has transformed into a multi‑role ace for Miami, posting a sub‑2.00 ERA, a five‑pitch arsenal and a signature self‑slap entrance that has fans buzzing.
Through June 10, 165 different pitchers have recorded a save, reflecting a league‑wide shift toward distributed closing roles and offering fresh options for fantasy baseball enthusiasts.
A rundown of the most compelling relief pitcher storylines as the 2026 season unfolds, alongside the league's expanded broadcast footprint.
From Josh Hader’s dominant return to Andrés Muñoz’s ongoing woes, the 2024 season’s bullpen storylines intersect with a major media deal that will bring key games back to NBC and Peacock starting in 2026.
A look at the evolving closer situations for several Major League Baseball teams, highlighting performance metrics, recent struggles and the strategic factors driving roster decisions.