Fantasy baseball relievers #4: Raisel Iglesias
Raisel Iglesias has been one of the most consistent closers in the Big Leagues for the better part of a decade now. 2022 was no different, as he pitched 62 innings and allowed 46 hits, 17 earned runs, 14 walks, and struck out 78 batters. His ERA was 2.47, his FIP was 2.47, his WHIP was 0.97, and his ERA+ was 165. He secured less saves than usual, partially because the Angels didn’t give him many opportunities in the first half, and partially because the Braves had Kenley Jansen as their primary closer once he got traded to Atlanta. However, Iglesias should be the full-time closer in 2023 once he returns from injury.
Fantasy baseball relievers #3: Devin Williams
Devin Williams took over the Brewers’ closer role once Josh Hader got traded to the Padres, and he was fantastic. He pitched 60.2 innings and allowed just 31 hits, 13 earned runs, 30 walks, and struck out 96 batters. His ERA was 1.93, his FIP was 2.01, his WHIP was 1.01, and his ERA+ was 205. He’s been an elite setup guy for a couple of years, but now he’s ready to take the closer’s role full-time, so expect more saves.