Ranking Closer Adds! Weekend Waiver Adds! (4/20 Fantasy Baseball Podcast)

In this episode of Fantasy Baseball Today Express, hosts Frank Sample and Scott White dive into the chaos of the closer situation following a disastrous weekend of bullpen performances. Multiple high-profile closers, including Yoan Duran, Daniel Palencia, Jeff Hoffman, and Edwin Diaz, suffered injuries or poor outings, while Josh Hader was placed on the 60-day IL, creating a wave of save opportunities. Scott ranks Brad Keller (Phillies), Caleb Thunberg (Cubs), Louis Varland (Blue Jays), Tanner Scott (Dodgers), and Brian King (Astros) as top waiver wire targets for leagues where saves are scarce. On the pitching front, Noah Schultz showed improvement in his second start with strong strikeout numbers, though his sweeper remains ineffective. Dean Kramer, despite a tough loss, is noted for his dominant splitter and potential as a low-upside streamer. Among hitters, Dalton Rushing’s five home runs in 23 plate appearances make him a speculative two-catcher league option, though his limited at-bats remain a concern. Casey Schmidt emerges as the top deep-league sleeper due to his strong exit velocity and current performance, while others like Daniel Schneeman and MJ Melendez are viewed with cautious optimism. The episode emphasizes strategic roster moves in deeper and rotisserie leagues amid a turbulent early season.