2025 Relief Pitcher Rankings: Predicting Trade Upheavals in the Bullpen

The rankings for relief pitchers based on their 5×5 value have been released, and in two weeks, the way-too-early 2025 rankings will be shared. For more player news, waiver claims, roster advice, and updates from experts all season long, listeners can tune in to the Rotoworld Baseball Show or download it from their favorite podcast platform.

The rankings include ROS (Rest of Season) rankings for relief pitchers. Some players may drop off due to potential trades that could impact their usage as closers or setup men. Tanner Scott of the Marlins is likely to be traded, which could affect his ranking if he moves to a team that won’t use him as a closer. Other players like Carlos Estévez and Kyle Finnegan of the Dodgers, Yimi García of the Red Sox, and David Robertson of the Yankees could also see their rankings change based on trade status.

With potential trades impacting closers and setup men on various teams, there are not many speculative options at the moment. Players like A.J. Puk and Anthony Bender from the Marlins, Luis Garcia from the Angels, Finnegan and Hunter Harvey from the Nationals, Yates from the Orioles, David Robertson and José Leclerc from the Rangers are all potential trade targets that could affect their rankings. Stashing players like Kevin Ginkel in anticipation of trades could be a strategic move for fantasy managers.

There is a significant gap in the rankings between James McArthur and Hector Neris among healthy relievers on the Cubs. Although uncertainty surrounds Neris’s future with the team, he may be considered one of