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.
A quick look at some recent developments
Josh Hader, Astros: The biggest news has surrounded Hader, who has been dealing with left biceps tendinitis. While he has recently progressed to playing catch on flat ground, the Astros are being extremely cautious. If Hader isn’t ready for Opening Day, expect Bryan Abreu to slide into the closer role immediately until Hader can return. For now, we’re leaving the bullpen listed with Hader as the closer until we hear otherwise. His unclear situation does mean a potential discount if you’re drafting soon.
Robert Suarez, Braves: Suarez was a late arrival to Braves camp due to travel and visa issues, but he is now officially in the building and throwing. Manager Walt Weiss has been vocal about the “1-2 punch” of Suarez and Raisel Iglesias. While Iglesias remains the projected closer, the team is emphasizing that Suarez will be used in “high-leverage situations when needed,” which sounds like code for a potential shared role if Iglesias falters or needs rest.
The Mets-Yankees “Subway Swap”: The Bronx Bombers lost Devin Williams and Luke Weaver to the Mets this winter, but are now fully committed to a David Bednar/Camilo Doval tandem. Early camp reports suggest Bednar is the clear favorite for the 9th, while the team works on Doval’s command in a setup role. As for the Mets, Devin Williams is already making waves in Port St. Lucie. After a volatile 2025 where he lost his closing job with the Yankees, Williams is looking to reclaim his “Airbender” status as the Mets’ primary anchor.
Edwin Díaz, Dodgers: The fireballer (pictured above) made his Spring Training debut Wednesday against the Diamondbacks. He looked sharp, hitting 98 mph early. Tanner Scott is being positioned as a bounce-back candidate in the 8th inning after a rough 10-blown-save season in 2025.
Orion Kerkering, Phillies: The righty suffered a Grade 1 hamstring strain during a bullpen session. He is expected to be back on a mound by March 1st, but it’s a small setback for a guy many viewed as a potential “dark horse” to steal saves from Jhoan Duran.
Here’s a look at the 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 |
| Astros | Josh Hader | Bryan Abreu | Bryan King | Enyel De Los Santos | Alonzo Tredwell |
| Braves | Raisel Iglesias | Robert Suarez | Dylan Lee | Tyler Kinley | Rolddy Munoz |
| Dodgers | Edwin Diaz | Tanner Scott | Blake Treinen | Alex Vesia | Edgardo Henriquez |
| Mets | Devin Williams | Luke Weaver | Brooks Raley | Luis Garcia | Calvin Ziegler |
| Phillies | Jhoan Duran | Jose Alvarado | Brad Keller | Orion Kerkering | Wen-Hui Pan |
| Yankees | David Bednar | Camilo Doval | Fernando Cruz | Tim Hill | Eric Reyzelman |
What makes our 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 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.