Saves continue to be dispersed at a high rate among multiple relievers, with fewer relievers being deployed as closers, contributing to fantasy managers’ growing frustrations with bullpens this season. Through the end of May, here are the league results compared with the two previous seasons:
Saves comparison through May since 2024 YearSavesSave% of WinsRPs w/saveRPs > 4 SavesRPs > 9 SavesRPs > 14 Saves202644850.514825113202544751.41203217420244395111832135
The number of pitchers with a save has grown by seven across the first three days of June, including some intriguing options in Keaton Winn and Justin Sterner. Since my last report, Trevor Megill has taken over the ninth inning in Milwaukee. Lucas Erceg has not been removed from the high-leverage mix in Kansas City, but manager Matt Quattraro will mix and match in the late innings based on matchups and availability.
Matt Quatraro says he will match up the 9th based on availability & situations short term, but still views Lucas Erceg as a ninth-inning option long term.
He says Maikel Garcia will be available off the bench tonight & hopes for a return to the lineup in Minnesota this weekend.
