Tag: Closer Rankings 2026
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Updated RP Rankings | 8.17.2026
Volatility remains the high-leverage theme this season. Since our last update, the Pirates have a save, but it was Mason Montgomery who recorded it, even though he warmed up earlier in the seventh inning. Kodai Senga has filled in capably for Devin Williams. Edwin Díaz did not pitch over the weekend so he could fine-tune…
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Updated RP Rankings | 8.14.2026
Because saves have been so volatile this season, refreshing them before the weekend games and waiver wire runs should help fantasy managers prepare for recent changes in the high-leverage ecosystem. This will be the last update preceding the trade deadline. This is the first batch of rankings since the trade deadline, although some hierarchies remain…
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Updated RP Rankings | 7.27.2026
With one week until the trade deadline, it’s moving season for teams vying for the postseason and their front offices looking to justify roster additions. How many teams remain in contention for the last Wild Card spot will determine how robust the reliever market will be. Burning questions include: Because teams continue using matchup-based approaches…
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RP Rankings and Waiver Wire Notes | 7.10.2026
Because saves have been so volatile this season, refreshing them before the weekend games and waiver wire runs should help fantasy managers prepare for recent changes in the high-leverage ecosystem. When assessing the rankings, understand that they remain fluid as sample sizes grow. They are a mix of in-season results and rest-of-season potential. Rankings should…
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Updated RP Rankings | 6.29.2026
With a new week upon us, there are diverging outlooks for two closers during their rehab pathways back to the majors. First, the good news is that Emlilo Pagán turned in two scoreless outings at Triple-A on Friday and Sunday and could be activated during his team’s series in Milwaukee this week. Here is the…