Fantasy Baseball: Rangers and Rockies really look rough (but these hitter pickups don't)

The Braves have designated right-hander Ian Anderson for assignment, filling his roster spot with AJ Smith-Shawver, who has been recalled to start today’s game. Anderson, recently claimed off waivers from the Angels, struggled with a 12.00 ERA in 9 1/3 innings and has not pitched for Atlanta since 2022 due to injuries, including Tommy John surgery. With a career 4.22 ERA over 281 2/3 innings, he now faces a maximum of one week in DFA...

Top prospect Luke Keaschall energized the Twins' lineup upon his MLB debut, hitting .368/.538/.526 in his first seven games and tying a record with five stolen bases in five games. Unfortunately, he suffered a non-displaced fracture to his forearm, likely sidelining him for months, amid a season plagued by injuries for the Twins, including Matt Wallner's hamstring strain and Royce Lewis’s absence. Despite these setbacks, the team has shown improvement at the plate, highlighted by...

Despite a strong performance that helped the New York Yankees reach the World Series for the first time since 2009, closer Devin Williams was signed as the future full-time closer. However, after struggling with blown saves, Weaver has regained the role and started the 2025 season with a remarkable 0.00 ERA in 14 innings over 12 appearances. The text also invites readers to name pitchers who recorded saves in the 2024 MLB playoffs and encourages...

SummaryVeteran righty Carl Edwards Jr. was unclaimed on waivers after being designated for assignment and has been assigned outright to the Angels' Triple-A affiliate. The 33-year-old, who signed a minor league deal, made two relief appearances in the majors but has struggled, allowing three runs in three innings. With the Angels' bullpen performing poorly and several key players injured, Edwards may opt to stay with the team, potentially finding a quicker path back to the...

The Mets and Diamondbacks are set for a three-game series starting Tuesday at Citi Field, with key players to watch including Juan Soto, who may be on the verge of a breakout with recent strong performances, and Brandon Nimmo, who has rebounded from a slump. The Mets might call up Brandon Waddell as a sixth starter, while Corbin Burnes shows signs of improvement for the Diamondbacks. Predictions highlight Soto as the potential MVP of the...