Four pitchers to consider adding in fantasy baseball leagues now
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 4:33 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
As the fantasy baseball season progresses, several pitchers are emerging as viable additions. Garrett Whitlock of the Boston Red Sox could take over closing duties if Aroldis Chapman is traded. Shane Bieber is anticipated to return to the majors next week, making now a critical time to acquire him. In Oakland, Elvis Alvarado has posted two saves and impressive strikeout numbers recently. Meanwhile, Jacob Webb of the Chicago Cubs may see more save opportunities due to Daniel Palencia's elbow injury. Fantasy managers are encouraged to act quickly as these pitchers present opportunities for both saves and rotation depth.
- •Whitlock could become Boston's closer if Chapman is moved.
- •Bieber is expected to return to the majors next week.
- •Alvarado has recently recorded two saves for Oakland.
- •Webb is positioned for saves with Palencia sidelined.
- •Acting now can give fantasy managers an edge in leagues.
- 5:03 PMYahoo Sports — 5 Fantasy Baseball hitters you should add right now
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"As the fantasy baseball season moves deeper into the summer, finding impact hitters on the waiver wire becomes increasingly difficult. That’s why getting ahead of promotions, injuries, and playing-time changes can be the difference between winning and losing your league.…
"With the fantasy baseball season entering a critical stretch, every roster move matters. Whether you’re chasing saves, looking for pitching depth, or trying to get ahead of a future waiver-wire frenzy, there are several arms available in many leagues that…
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 20, 2026, 5:03 PM5 Fantasy Baseball hitters you should add right now
As the fantasy baseball season moves deeper into the summer, finding impact hitters on the waiver wire becomes increasingly difficult. That’s why getting ahead of promotions, injuries, and playing-time changes can be the difference between winning and losing your league.…
- Yahoo SportsJun 20, 2026, 4:33 PM4 Fantasy Baseball pitchers you should add right now
With the fantasy baseball season entering a critical stretch, every roster move matters. Whether you’re chasing saves, looking for pitching depth, or trying to get ahead of a future waiver-wire frenzy, there are several arms available in many leagues that…
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