The Texas Rangers have declined their 2025 club option on left-handed pitcher Andrew Chafin. The 34-year-old opened the 2024 campaign in Detroit but was eventually shipped to Texas before the trade deadline. Across 56 1/3 innings of work, Chafin held a 3.51 ERA, 1.47 WHIP, and a 31:70 BB:K ratio. The southpaw generated whiffs at an elite 34.5% mark, which was evident in his excellent 28.5% K rate. However, he struggled to control his pitches as he carried a hefty 12.6% walk rate. Given his ability to generate swings and misses, fantasy managers should expect Chafin to have a high-leverage role in 2025. He could eventually become a target in leagues that score holds if he is pitching on a competing club.
The Texas Rangers are finalizing a deal on Tuesday to acquire left-handed reliever Andrew Chafin from the Detroit Tigers, according to sources. It's unknown what the Rangers are sending Detroit's way in exchange for Chafin. The 34-year-old veteran southpaw has had a strong year for the Tigers in relief, going 3-2 with a 3.16 ERA (2.53 FIP), a 1.38 WHIP, one save, 50 strikeouts, eight holds and 16 walks in 37 innings out of the bullpen in 41 appearances. In his new home in Texas, he'll most likely operate as a late-inning setup man in front of current closer Kirby Yates for the defending World Series champions. Chafin could have some more opportunities to pick up holds in his new digs, but the trade won't drastically affect his fantasy value in leagues that count holds.
Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Andrew Chafin tallied his first save of the season on Saturday by recording the final out. Jason Foley was given the ball in the final frame with a three-run lead but allowed a lead-off solo shot to Spencer Steer and then a two-out single to Noelvi Marte. With the potential tying runner at the plate, Detroit manager A.J. Hinch brought out southpaw Andrew Chafin to record the final out. He sealed the victory by striking out the lone batter, Santiago Espinal. Through 28 innings this season, the 34-year-old has posted a mediocre 3.86 ERA, 1.54 WHIP, and a 12:36 BB:K ratio. While Jason Foley should continue to see the majority of save opportunities in the Motor City, Chafin could become a name to keep a close eye on in deeper leagues, as he could begin to earn more save opportunities in the second half of the summer if Foley continues to struggle.
The Detroit Tigers have agreed to a deal with relief pitcher Andrew Chafin. The left-hander will get a one-year deal worth $4.25 million for the upcoming 2024 season. The deal includes a $6.5 million club option for the 2025 campaign. The veteran southpaw pitched well during his time with the team in 2022. Last season, Chafin posted a 4.73 ERA, 1.42 WHIP, and eight saves across 51 1/3 innings. He'll likely be used as a late inning or set-up reliever, which means there won't be a ton of fantasy value here.
Brewers Decline Their Options On Andrew Chafin, Justin Wilson
The Milwaukee Brewers declined to pick up their 2024 options on left-handed relievers Andrew Chafin ($7.25 million) and Justin Wilson ($2.5 million) on Thursday, making them free agents this offseason. The club also claimed infielder Vinny Capra off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates. Chafin will get a $725,000 buyout, while Wilson's buyout is worth $150,000. Chafin, 33, wasn't as effective in 2023 with the Brewers and Arizona Diamondbacks, sporting a 4.73 ERA (4.02 FIP), 1.42 WHIP, a career-high eight saves and 63 strikeouts in 51 1/3 relief innings. He had a 5.82 ERA and 1.42 WHIP in 17 innings for Milwaukee. Wilson, 36, didn't pitch at all in 2023 while recovering from Tommy John surgery and also suffering a lat strain in the second half.
Milwaukee Brewers reliever Andrew Chafin came into Tuesday's game in the 10th inning, trying to keep the contest tied at three apiece. However, he surrendered four runs on one hit and two walks, earning the loss against the Colorado Rockies. Chafin, a deadline acquisition, now owns a 4.58 ERA and 1.45 WHIP but has struck out 53 batters over 37 1/3 innings while picking up eight saves and four holds. Now that he's with the Brewers, though, it looks like the southpaw won't be much of a factor in hold situations, and fantasy managers can probably drop the 33-year-old in most formats.
The Milwaukee Brewers are acquiring left-handed reliever Andrew Chafin from the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday, according to a source. It's unclear what the Brewers are sending the D-backs in return. The 33-year-old veteran southpaw picked up a career-high eight saves in 43 appearances out of Arizona's bullpen this year, but he wasn't needed after the Diamondbacks acquired Paul Sewald from the Seattle Mariners on Monday. Along with his eight saves, Chafin had a 4.19 ERA (3.13 FIP), 1.43 WHIP, 18 walks and 49 strikeouts in 34 1/3 relief innings. Devin Williams is the established closer in Milwaukee already, so Chafin won't be entering a committee approach to saves with his new team. It will mean slightly less fantasy value in deeper leagues, although he could still pick up the occasional hold in a setup role.
Diamondbacks Fielding Offers For Andrew Chafin, Joe Mantiply
The Arizona Diamondbacks have fielded offers from opposing teams for left-handed pitchers Andrew Chafin and Joe Mantiply, per Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Chagin has made 43 relief appearances this season, posting a strong 3.13 FIP while maintaining a career-high rate of 12.84 K/9. The 33-year-old, who relies heavily on his sinker and slider, is making $6.25 million this season and comes with a club option for 2023. Meanwhile, Mantiply, 32, is controllable through 2026, making him a more intriguing option for teams with a longer-term focus. He has tossed 15.2 innings this season, racking up a 3.23 xFIP, 8.04 K/9, 0.57 BB/9, and 53.2 GB%. Both players are solid bullpen contributors and could give an extra boost to contenders should Arizona choose to trade them.
Arizona Diamondbacks reliever Andrew Chafin came into Monday's contest against the St. Louis Cardinals in the ninth inning with a 6-5 lead. However, it turned into a disaster when he allowed five earned runs on three hits and two walks over 2/3 innings while striking out a pair. It was Chafin's fourth blown save and third loss of the season, and he's sporting a 4.24 ERA and 1.38 WHIP but is striking out batters at a 32.7% rate across 34 innings. The 33-year-old has been a ninth-inning option all year, recording eight saves, but the Diamondbacks have four arms with multiple saves. Chafin is likely better suited for save and hold leagues, considering his 11 holds so far.
Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Andrew Chafin notched his eighth save of the season in Monday's 7-5 win over the Rockies. Chafin entered the game in the top of the ninth inning up by two runs with two outs and a runner on first, promptly ending the game with a strikeout. It was odd that Chafin was not called upon to start the inning, although he did pitch the day before. The veteran has provided fantasy value this season, converting all but two save opportunities with a 3.10 ERA and 13.72 K/9. He is worth a roster spot in at least all rotisserie leagues at this time.
