For fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups as of late May 2025, here are some recommended players to consider: Closers and Saves Options:
- Dennis Santana (Pittsburgh Pirates): Slight favorite for saves in a committee role, rostered in 19% of leagues, good for deeper leagues.
- David Bednar (Pittsburgh Pirates): Also part of the Pirates' closer committee, rostered in 41% of leagues.
- Yimi Garcia (Toronto Blue Jays): Has a 3.15 ERA and 3 saves, currently available in most leagues, could take over closer duties if Jeff Hoffman continues to struggle
Position Players:
- Matt Shaw (2B/3B/SS, Chicago Cubs): Rostered in 44% of leagues, a versatile infielder worth adding.
- Victor Scott II (OF, St. Louis Cardinals): Showing improvement with speed and playing time, rostered around 16% of leagues, but watch for potential regression
- Kyle Stowers (OF, Miami Marlins): Hitting well with power and consistent playing time, rostered about 21% of leagues
- Javier Baez (SS/3B/OF, Detroit Tigers): Hot streak and positional flexibility, rostered in about 15% of leagues
Starting Pitchers (sneaky pickups):
- Several hot starting pitchers are available on waivers due to injuries to top pitchers like Logan Gilbert and Blake Snell, though specific names were not detailed in the search results
In summary, for closers, Santana, Bednar, and Garcia are key targets. For hitters, Matt Shaw, Victor Scott II, Kyle Stowers, and Javier Baez are notable adds. Keep an eye on starting pitchers emerging due to injuries. These players are recommended based on recent performance and availability in many leagues
