MLB Player News

Maurer picked up the win in a non-save situation during Saturday's walkoff victory over the Giants.

Maurer came into a 3-3 game and proceeded to retire the side on just nine pitches before Hector Sanchez launched a two-run walkoff blast in the bottom half of the inning. Although the right-handed closer is 19-for-21 in save situations this season, the struggling Padres will likely use his arm whenever they deem it necessary, especially considering the fact he hasn't allowed an earned run over his last six appearances.

Nelson allowed just two runs on three hits and two walks while striking out nine batters through 6.2 innings during Saturday's win over Philadelphia. He didn't factor into the decision.

The righty continues to shine for Milwaukee and now boasts a high-end 3.27 ERA, 1.22 WHIP and 9.9 K/9 for the season. Additionally, Nelson has now allowed just 25 earned runs through 87 innings over his past 14 starts. It's been a dominant stretch, and he warrants matchup-proof status going forward. A date with Pittsburgh at PNC Park is up next for Nelson.

Jansen has been dealing with flu-like symptoms since the All-Star Game, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

The veteran reliever didn't have the greatest of weeks, as he spent the days following the All-Star Game battling a high fever and nausea. Although Jansen did appear in Friday night's contest - where he recorded his 22nd save in 22 tries this season - he said he felt dizzy while running to first base, so the Dodgers may elect to give him a couple days to get back to full health. Pedro Baez or Luis Avilan would likely fill in as the closer should that be the case.

Vizcaino (finger) is not expected to return from the disabled list until Tuesday at the earliest, David O'Brien of The Atlanta Journal Constitution reports.

The hard-throwing righty is scheduled to toss his second bullpen of the weekend Sunday, which O'Brien reasons will take him out of the mix for a return Monday. Still, if Vizcaino's bullpen goes well Sunday, a return from the disabled list at some point during the week is certainly in the realm of possibility. Once he returns, Vizcaino stands to reclaim his role as Atlanta's setup man.

Okert has pitched in 5.2 innings since being called up June 23, collecting seven strikeouts.

Okert has struck out 14 batters in 18.2 innings with an ERA of 6.75. It's been a step backwards for the reliever, who made his major league debut in 2016 and recorded 14 strikeouts in 14 innings with an ERA of 3.21. The big difference has been his lack of composure with runners on base. He's only stranding 50 percent of baserunners, an incredibly low number that should only improve as Okert continues getting chances.

Barraclough has struck out 47 and walked 27 in 41.2 innings this season.

After finishing May with 7.7 walks per nine innings, the Marlins' reliever has lowered that number to 5.8 with a much better demonstration of control in June and July. Over the same stretches, the strikeout rate has also increased from 9.3 K/9 in the first two months of the year to 11.2 since the start of June. If that pattern continues, Barraclough can recenter discussions about a possible closer's job in the coming years.

Peralta has struck out 38 in 40.2 innings with an ERA of 3.10 for the Reds this year.

The young reliever has been successful keeping batters off base with a low WHIP of 0.93, but he's also given up five long balls. The velocity is high, a good indicator that Peralta's stats, specifically strikeouts, should improve as he continues to get experience in the majors.

Garcia has struck out 26 and recorded 10 holds in 30 innings this season.

The rookie is putting together a solid first season, striking out 21.7 percent of the batters he's. The 24-year-old has never played in Triple-A, but last season in Double-A he only struck out 16.1 percent of hitters, meaning it might only be a matter of time before his strikeout numbers take a hit. Regardless, as the only left-handed pitcher in the Marlins' bullpen, there aren't many threats to Garcia's playing time no matter what happens.

Jackson has 18 strikeouts and an ERA of 3.62 through 27.1 innings in 2017.

After playing a handful of games with the Texas Rangers the last two seasons, Jackson has gathered more playing time in his first season with Atlanta. The good news for the reliever is that he's only given up runs in four out of 24 outings. The bad news, however, is that he gave up 11 runs in those games despite only pitching a total of six innings. Add in his low strikeout rate of 15.9 percent and you get a reliever who appears to be high risk and low reward.

Gomez signed a minor-league contract with the Brewers on Saturday.

Three weeks after his release from the Phillies, Gomez has found a new home in the Brewers' organization. He will presumably report to Triple-A Colorado Springs. Gomez enjoyed a fine first five months of 2016 while serving as the Phillies' closer, but he imploded in September and those struggles carried over to this season (7.25 ERA, 1.70 WHIP in 22.1 innings).