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Despite being utilized in a limited short relief role, Jim Johnson has managed to earn four decisions - all of them losses. Johnson is 0-4 and now sports a 7.90 ERA. Fantasy managers speculating he might earn the occasional save can forget those notions. This is clearly not the same pitcher who once[...]

Jim Johnson gave up three runs in one-third of an inning Friday, raising his ERA to 5.73. Johnson, one-time closer in Baltimore, is pegged for a setup role in Atlanta. Over his career, Johnson has 134 saves and 93 holds, including four holds this season. Johnson's 2.45 FIP and .184 BA suggest he is [...]

This article references Adam Wainwright, Adam Warren, Aroldis Chapman, Carlos Correa, Carlos Gomez, Carson Smith, Craig Kimbrel, David Price, Eduardo Rodriguez, George Springer, Greg Holland, Hanley Ramirez, Hector Rondon, Ian Kennedy, Jacob deGrom, Jason Heyward, Jason Motte, Jeurys Familia, Jim Johnson, John Lackey, Jonathan Papelbon, Junichi Tazawa, Ken Giles, Kevin Siegrist, Koji Uehara, Mark Melancon, Matt Harvey, Matt Holliday, Mike Leake, Noah Syndergaard, Pablo Sandoval, Pedro Strop, Randal Grichuk, San Diego Padres, Scott Kazmir, Shawn Tolleson, Travis Wood, Trevor Rosenthal, Wade Davis and more! Turning Two: Who Will Save 50 Games? Welcome back to our fifth edition of Turning Two. We've now discussed who will hit 50 HR, who will win 20 games, who can put up a 20/20, and who can hit .350. This week's topic revolves around the back-end of games; who will reach 50 saves? Reaching 50 saves is an impressive, yet not rare, feat. Since 2010, three pitchers have accumulated 50 saves; Craig Kimbrel, Jim Johnson (x2), Mark Melancon. Trust me, I'm just as shocked as you that Johnson is o[...]Keep on reading: Turning Two: Who Will Earn 50 Saves?

Be sure to check out and bookmark our Closer Depth Chart. With the July 31st non-waiver trade deadline rapidly approaching, there may very well be a new group of closers by next week’s Closer Report. The most likely candidate to ... read more »

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This article references A, Atlanta Braves, C, Jason Grilli, Jim Johnson, OF, TE and more! BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues OWNED IN: 41% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS: With the recent news of closer Jason Grilli's injury, and that he is expected to be out for the season, setup man Jim Johnson will take over as the closer for the Atlanta Braves. After a hideous 2014 season, Johnson has been very solid this year with a 2.09 ERA, 1.23 WHIP and 31:14 K:BB ratio over 43 IP. If you're in a league that counts saves, go grab Johnson off the waiver wire as he will get the first cra[...]Keep on reading: Jim Johnson (RP, ATL) – Waiver Wire Pickups

This article references A, Albert Pujols, Aramis Ramirez, Billy Burns, Brad Miller, C, Carlos Gomez, Chris Heston, Clay Buchholz, Gerardo Parra, Jake Lamb, Jake Odorizzi, Jim Johnson, Jimmy Nelson, Joc Pederson, Jordy Mercer, Josh Harrison, Kris Bryant, Manny Machado, Mike Moustakas, Nick Castellanos, OF, Robbie Ray, SP, SS, Starling Marte, TE, Yordano Ventura and more! Top 10 Waiver Wire Pickups & Trade Advice RotoBaller is very excited about the launch of our very own radio station. You can now find our new shows on BlogTalkRadio live or on demand, and on iTunes under podcasts. Every Wednesday night at 9:00 PM EST, RotoBaller co-founder Real Talk Raph and co-host Anthony Aniano will be discussing the most relevant fantasy sports news and information. This week's special guest co-host is RotoBaller contributor Sam Nedimyer. Editor's Note: Don't f[...]Keep on reading: MLB Podcast on RotoBaller Radio: Top 10 Waiver Wire Pickups & Trade Advice

This article references A, A.J. Ramos, Aaron Loup, Aaron Sanchez, Adam Ottavino, Addison Reed, al alburquerque, Alexi Ogando, Andrew Miller, Antonio Bastardo, Aroldis Chapman, Arquimedes Caminero, Bobby Parnell, Boone Logan, Brad Boxberger, Brad Ziegler, Brandon Kintzler, Brandon League, Brett Cecil, Brian Duensing, Bryan Shaw, Caleb Thielbar, Cam Bedrosian, Carlos Torres, Carson Smith, Casey Fien, Casey Janssen, Chad Qualls, Chris Hatcher, Cody Allen, Craig Kimbrel, Craig Stammen, Dale Thayer, Dan Jennings, Dan Otero, Danny Farquhar, Darren O'day, David Carpenter, David Robertson, Dellin Betances, Drew Storen, Edward Mujica, Enrique Burgos, Eric O'Flaherty, Ernesto Frieri, Evan Marshall, Fernando Rodney, Fernando Salas, Francisco Rodriguez, Glen Perkins, Grant Balfour, Greg Holland, Hector Rondon, Hunter Strickland, Huston Street, J.P. Howell, Jake Diekman, Jake McGee, Jake Petricka, Jason Grilli, Jason Motte, Jean Machi, Jenrry Mejia, Jeremy Affeldt, Jerry Blevins, Jeurys Familia, Jim Henderson, Jim Johnson, Joakim Soria, Joaquin Benoit, Joba Chamberlain, Joe Nathan, Joe Smith, Joel Peralta, John Axford, Jonathan Broxton, Jonathan Papelbon, Jordan Walden, Juan Jaime, Junichi Tazawa and more! Saves are an important component for many fantasy baseball leagues. Closers are one of the most volatile positions in fantasy baseball, and one of the highest turnover positions in MLB. Each year, closers drop like flies and many MLB teams make in-season changes due to injuries or poor performance. Stay on top of all closer depth charts for the AL and NL, and dominate in saves this year. We will be updating the MLB Closers & Saves Depth Charts all season long.  Bookmark this page, an[...]Keep on reading: MLB Closers & Saves: Fantasy Baseball Depth Charts