The Boston Red Sox have asked about San Francisco Giants relief pitchers Tony Watson and Will Smith, but they are both controllable past this year and the Giants are unsure if they want to sell, according to a source. Both Watson and Smith are left-handed and have been great for San Fran this year. Smith has become their closer of late, too. That'd mean a trade to Boston would kill any fantasy value that Smith has accumulated this year. If Smith is dealt, [...]

Another mostly quiet week in bullpens around baseball, leading up to what is sure to be a wild trade deadline in a couple of weeks. A big name closer said a big word and got himself sent to the minors. A guy who was a closer very recently is a closer again due to an injury. A couple of committees seem to be working themselves out. Guys like Zach Britton, Shane Greene, Brad Brach, Joe Jimenez, and Kyle Barraclough (among many others) are looking at potential new roles once the calendar turns t[...]

With San Francisco Giants closer Mark Melancon (elbow) on the 10-day disabled list and Hunter Strickland promoted to closer, relievers Cory Gearrin and Tony Watson will operate as the club's setup guys. Watson has closer experience and could see some save opportunities if Strickland struggles. Both Watson and Gearrin will offer holds, but aside from that won't offer much value at this point in time. [...]

This article references Mark Melancon, Tony Watson and more! San Francisco Giants newly acquired relief pitcher Tony Watson will pitch in a setup role for his new club. Watson spent most of his career with the Pirates, before finishing last season with the Dodgers. Watson has closer experience and along with Sam Dyson, will setup for closer Mark Melancon. Watson makes for a strong handcuff to Melancon who is recovering from forearm surgery and struggled last year. Manager Bruce Bochy likely would play the matchups if that was the case, but [...]Keep on reading: Tony Watson Is A Good Handcuff For Mark Melancon Owners

This article references Tony Watson and more! Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports reports that the Giants have finalized a contract with free agent relief pitcher Tony Watson. It has been rumored over the last couple of weeks that this could be a match and the Giants have found a way to stay under the luxury tax according to Heyman. Watson started last year as the Pirates closer and was dealt to the Dodgers at the deadline. Aside from leagues that value holds, [...]Keep on reading: Tony Watson Agrees To Terms With The Giants

This article references Tony Watson and more! Free-agent relief pitcher Tony Watson is receiving interest from the Giants, Philles and Red Sox, according to a source close to the situation. There are also other teams interested beyond those three teams. The left-handed reliever pitched for the Pirates and Dodgers in 2017, appearing in 11 playoff games for LA. He gave up just five hits and two earned runs in nine innings in the postseason. While perhaps not closer material, [...]Keep on reading: Several Teams Interested In Tony Watson

This article references Tony Watson and more! Free agent pitcher Tony Watson is in "serious contract talks" with the Giants, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today. Watson was linked to the A's last month, but it sounds like the other Bay Area club could be swooping in. The 32-year-old southpaw is one of the better relievers remaining the market. He put up a 3.38 ERA and 53/20 K/BB ratio over 66 2/3 innings last season between the Pirates and Dodgers.Keep on reading: Tony Watson In Discussion With Giants

This article references Tony Watson and more! The Oakland A's are looking to add a left-handed reliever and remain interested in former Dodger Tony Watson. Watson, 32, had a 3.38 ERA and a 1.38 WHIP last season with 53 strikeouts. He would be unlikely to see any saves in Oakland and would only be worth an add in deep leagues that count holds.Keep on reading: A's Remain Interested in Tony Watson

This article references and more! Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports reports that the Minnesota Twins were in on Steve Cishek before he agreed to a deal with the Cubs earlier in the day. He mentions Fernando Rodney, Matt Belisle, Addison Reed and Tony Watson as potential options.Keep on reading: Twins Interested In A Number Of Bullpen Options

Pittsburgh reliever Tony Watson was removed from the closer role weeks ago, but he took another blown save on his resume after allowing the go-ahead run to score in the seventh inning of Sunday's game. Watson gave up a run on three hits in one inning of work, earning the loss. [...]