In fantasy baseball, bullpen changes happen fast. To help you stay ahead, RotoProspects constantly updates the Fantasy Baseball Closer Chart as a way for our subscribers to keep an edge, especially in dynasty leagues. This tool keeps fantasy baseball managers updated on shifting closer situations across Major League Baseball.
Bullpen roles change constantly due to injuries, performance shifts, and managerial decisions. That’s why our chart provides an up-to-date snapshot of each team’s closer hierarchy. You’ll always know who’s getting the ninth-inning chances.
Since we are heavily focused on prospects, we have a unique feature which highlights the team’s “Closer of the Future”. This gives you the edge on who to keep an eye on from the minor leagues before they become a household name.
Angels: Romano’s Grip and the ‘Velo’ Watch
The Angels’ bullpen has been a bright spot despite a wave of injuries to Robert Stephenson and Ben Joyce. Jordan Romano has stepped into the void and been nearly perfect, securing four saves in his first four opportunities.
- The Concern: Despite the results, Romano noted a 1.5-mph drop in his fastball velocity during his most recent outings. He is actively working to incorporate a new splitter to compensate for the dip and keep lefties off-balance.
- The Support: Drew Pomeranz has been the ultimate safety net. His velocity has held steady at 2025 levels, and his 2.17 ERA profile from last season makes him the clear “Next Option” if Romano’s velocity issues lead to a spike in hard contact. Also, Kirby Yates is nearing a rehab assignment and could be firmly back in the mix soon.
Astros: The Hader Void and the Abreu Slide
The Astros’ plan to bridge the gap to a healthy Josh Hader (currently on the 15-day IL with biceps tendonitis) has hit a significant snag. While Bryan Abreu (pictured above) was the consensus pick to handle the ninth, his start to the 2026 campaign has been disastrous.
- Abreu was tagged with a high-profile blown save and loss against the Athletics this past week, surrendering a walk-off hit to Brent Rooker. Combined with a shaky Opening Series, his ERA has ballooned, and manager Joe Espada’s confidence seems to be waning.
- Bryan King has quietly become the most reliable arm in Houston. The lefty earned a save on March 29 against the Angels and has posted a 1.69 ERA with 8 strikeouts through 5.1 innings. With Hader sidelined, King is a legitimate threat to Abreu’s save chances.
- Josh Hader is eligible to return in mid-April, but his spring velocity (sitting as low as 87 mph in early March) remains a major red flag. Even upon his return, don’t expect him to jump immediately into a heavy workload.
Brewers: The Megill vs. Uribe ‘Seesaw’
The Brewers continue to operate one of the most volatile committees in the National League. Trevor Megill has emerged as the early leader in saves, but his hold on the job is far from “stable.”
- Megill has the bulk of the save chances, but a recent loss and a few high-stress appearances have kept the door open for Abner Uribe. Uribe remains firmly in the mixand could eventually lead the team in saves by season’s end.
- Megill is the go-to for veteran stability, but Uribe is the high-upside play who is rostered in nearly 100% of competitive dynasty leagues. Don’t be surprised to even see Angel Zerpa vulture a save during heavy three-game stretches.
Twins: The Three-Headed Mystery
Manager Rocco Baldelli has yet to name a full-time successor, leading to a “co-closer” approach that is keeping fantasy managers on their toes.
- Cole Sands has been the most prominent right-handed option in the early going. He earned his first save of 2026 on March 28 against the Orioles and currently holds a 2.25 ERA through four appearances. However, his most recent outing against Detroit on April 7 saw him struggle with command, walking two batters in just a third of an inning.
- Taylor Rogers has been the primary left-handed option. While he hasn’t secured a save yet this season, his usage suggests he is a “Co-Closer” in every sense, often brought in for high-leverage matchups in the 8th or 9th. His 3.60 ERA is inflated by one shaky outing, but his strikeout-to-walk ratio remains elite.
- Justin Topa was summoned for the final two outs of the ninth inning Tuesday, escaping a late jam to record his first save of 2026. Rogers and Sands had been used in high-leverage situations in the seventh and eighth innings. Topa entered the season as a favorite to earn saves but has been hampered by left knee discomfort. The Twins view him as a primary setup man who can take over the ninth once his knee proves it can handle the stress of back-to-back appearances.
White Sox: The Grant Taylor Takeover?
While Seranthony Domínguez entered the season as the primary closer, the shadow of Grant Taylor is looming large. Taylor has been arguably the most dominant reliever in baseball through the first ten days, consistently sitting at 100+ mph and showcasing a refined five-pitch mix that includes a new mid-90s cutter.
- Manager Chris Getz initially spoke about Taylor in a “multi-inning” role, but his pure dominance (highlighted by a 101-mph Cactus League debut and elite strikeout rates) is making it impossible to keep him out of the ninth.
- Domínguez remains the “Current Closer” due to his veteran status and World Series experience, but Taylor has moved into a 1B status. If Domínguez’s command—which has been shaky early on—leads to blown saves, expect Taylor to officially seize the anchor role.
Here’s a look at the Fantasy Baseball Closer Chart for the teams listed above (* denotes a committee). For the complete chart, CLICK HERE and purchase a subscription.
| Team | Current closer | Backup | Next option | Dark horse | Closer of the Future |
| Angels | Jordan Romano | Drew Pomeranz | Chase Silseth | Sam Bachman | Nate Snead |
| Astros | Bryan Abreu* | Bryan King* | Enyel De Los Santos | Steven Okert | Nick Potter |
| Brewers | Trevor Megill | Abner Uribe | Angel Zerpa | Aaron Ashby | Craig Yoho |
| Twins | Cole Sands* | Taylor Rogers* | Justin Topa* | Kody Funderburk | Marco Raya |
| White Sox | Seranthony Dominguez | Grant Taylor | Jordan Leasure | Sean Newcomb | Eric Adler |
What makes our Fantasy Baseball Closer Chart unique? Closer of the Future!
We give dynasty managers another advantage with our fantasy baseball closer chart. We include a “Closer of the Future” column in the chart. This feature highlights the top relief prospect from each farm system who could eventually take over closing duties. Now, you can plan ahead and grab future closers before your competition does.
Key features of the Fantasy Baseball Closer Chart:
- Updated regularly – We track bullpen changes so you always have the latest information.
- Team-by-team breakdown – Quickly see the closer situation for all 30 MLB teams.
- Highlighting key setup men – For those in leagues that value holds or SVH, SVH2 etc.
- Closer of the future – What other site gives you a list of future closers from every farm system?
By using the RotoProspects Fantasy Baseball Closer Chart, you’ll gain an edge in finding saves, spotting trends, and securing future closers. Check back regularly as we are constantly updating the list.