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Fantasy Baseball Closer Stock Watch

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Fantasy baseball managers are closely watching closer situations as Edwin Diaz is set to return to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday after three months on the injured list following elbow surgery. Diaz, who has four saves this season, aims to add to his career total of at least 20 saves in seven seasons. His return is expected to solidify the Dodgers' bullpen, potentially shifting Tanner Scott back to a setup role, though Scott has still performed well with 16 saves and a 2.32 ERA. Other Dodgers relievers like Brock Stewart, Will Klein, and Edgardo Henriquez have also recorded saves, reflecting manager Dave Roberts' varied approach. Diaz, a $69 million acquisition, is anticipated to reclaim the primary closer duties.

In other closer news, Garrett Whitlock of the Boston Red Sox is seeing increased value with two saves and strong ERA/WHIP numbers. The New York Yankees' Brent Headrick is also performing well, earning holds and wins in higher-leverage situations. The Milwaukee Brewers' Trevor Megill has secured 13 saves since April and is unlikely to lose his role. Conversely, the Mets' Devin Williams continues to struggle with a high ERA and WHIP, and his future with the team is uncertain. Pete Fairbanks of the Miami Marlins is also underperforming, with a high ERA and limited usage, prompting calls for other relievers to take over the closer role.