Cincinnati Reds closer Alexis Diaz slammed the door on the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday, picking up his 23rd save in a 4-3 win. Diaz was tasked with protecting the one-run lead in the ninth and did so easily, punching out a pair while throwing a perfect frame. After a rough first half of May, Diaz has looked like his usual self, converting 16 save chances in a row. His overall numbers still don't look great, but they are slowly coming around. The 27-year-old should be a solid relief option in fantasy for the rest of the year.
Cincinnati Reds closer Alexis Diaz picked up his 10th save of the season in a 4-1 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday. Diaz was called upon for the second day in a row in the ninth and once again made quick work of the Dodgers. This time, he came in with a runner on second and struck out both batters he faced. While the 27-year-old fireballer had some struggles for the first half of May, he appears to have settled back in, allowing zero runs in his last four appearances while picking up three saves. He should remain a solid closing option for fantasy managers.
Cincinnati Reds closer Alexis Diaz made his spring debut on Thursday in a 5-4 Cactus League win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. The 2023 All-Star struck out the side on nine pitches, generating six swing-and-misses, and the final to go down swinging was none other than perennial MVP candidate Mookie Betts. It looks like Diaz is ready for the regular season to begin and put a rough second half of last season behind him. The righty posted a 4.61 ERA and 1.43 WHIP in the second half of 2023, versus a first half that saw a 2.03 ERA and 1.03 WHIP. Nevertheless, even though it could be a bumpy ride, the 27-year-old will be a top-15 RP option in 2024.
Ian Gibaut Collects Third Save, Alexis Diaz Used In Eighth
Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Ian Gibaut recorded a rare save on Sunday, shutting the door on the Pittsburgh Pirates in a 4-2 victory. Gibaut pitched a clean ninth inning, allowing no baserunners and striking out none. It is noteworthy that usual closer Alexis Diaz was used in the eighth inning of this one, something the Reds don't typically do. With their postseason chances hanging on the line, though, they went with what they thought would give them the best chance of winning. This sets up a potentially frustrating final week for Diaz owners, who may see the 26-year-old appear in more non-save situations if the Reds' feel it is necessary.
Cincinnati Reds closer Alexis Diaz picked up his ninth win of the season in Tuesday's 6-5 extra-innings win over the Tigers. Diaz came in to pitch the bottom of the ninth inning with the game tied 5-5. He got the first out on a strikeout, hit a batter, and got the final outs on a pop-out and a groundout. The Reds would go on to score in the 10th and turn to Buck Farmer to close the game out, making Diaz the pitcher of record. Although he had a bit of a rough patch recently, Diaz has been outstanding this season, going 9-4 with 35 saves, a 2.19 ERA, an 11.68 K/9 rate, and a 4.23 BB/9 rate. He has been a top fantasy asset and should continue to be for the final few weeks.
Cincinnati Reds right-hander Alexis Diaz pitched the ninth inning of Wednesday's 4-1 win over the San Francisco Giants, allowing no hits and one walk while striking out one to earn the save. It was his first outing since blowing the save on Saturday when he gave up three runs to the Arizona Diamondbacks. Diaz has been lights out this season, posting a 2.18 ERA, 1.06 WHIP, and a 33.2% strikeout rate with 35 saves over 56 2/3 innings. The 26-year-old is no doubt one of the best relievers in the game and is a must-start in all leagues.
Cincinnati Reds reliever Alexis Diaz picked up the save on Tuesday when his team beat the Los Angeles Angels 4-3. He pitched a clean ninth inning, allowing no baserunners and striking out one to record his 34th save of 2023. Diaz has been one of the best fantasy arms out there this season, as he owns a 2.30 ERA and 1.02 WHIP with a 34.1% strikeout rate over 54 2/3 innings. With his big arm, the 26-year-old will remain the Reds closer and is a must-start the rest of the way.
Cincinnati Reds closer Alexis Diaz earned his 33rd save of the season in Monday's 5-2 win over the Marlins. Diaz came in to pitch the top of the ninth inning up by three. He allowed back-to-back walks to start the inning but then got the first out on a strikeout and ended the game with a groundball double play. The 26-year-old has been excellent this season and is now tied with San Francisco Giants closer Camilo Doval for the most saves in baseball. His 2.34 ERA and 12.96 K/9 rate have made him one of fantasy's best closers.
Cincinnati Reds closer Alexis Diaz didn't fan a batter but was flawless in the ninth frame Friday against the Arizona Diamondbacks, earning his 28th save of the season. Since taking his first blown save of the year on June 30, the right-handed hurler is 6-for-6 saving games in July. In 2023 he's allowed just 23 hits in 43 2/3 innings. He also has a record of 3-1 with an ERA of 1.85 and a 0.96 WHIP.
Cincinnati Reds right-hander Alexis Diaz allowed one run on one hit while striking out a batter to earn the save during Thursday's 5-4 win over the Washington Nationals. He entered the game in the 10th inning to protect a two-run lead. The 26-year-old yielded an RBI single to Lance Thomas but got Keibert Ruiz to line out to center field to notch his 25th save. He is tied with Camilo Doval and Jordan Romano for the league lead in saves. The right-hander owns a 2.08 ERA, 1.03 WHIP, and 59 strikeouts across 39 innings in 2023. Diaz is one of the best closers in 2023, and fantasy managers should continue to roll with him in all league formats.
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