Emmanuel Clase
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Jun 22 2025Clase picked up the save in Sunday's 3-0 win against the Athletics, allowing two hits and one walk in a scoreless inning. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Cleveland closer was shaky in this 31-pitch appearance to collect a save for the second consecutive day. Clase loaded the bases on two singles and a walk before securing the win by inducing a Lawrence Butler groundout to wrap the contest. After pitching to an uncharacteristic 6.75 ERA through April 30, Clase has been back to his old self since then with a 1.33 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 21:7 K:BB across 20.1 frames while going 13-for-14 in save chances.
Jun 21 2025Clase earned a save against the Athletics on Saturday by throwing a perfect ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase needed just 12 pitches (eight of which were strikes) to retire the side in order and protect a two-run, ninth-inning lead. The veteran closer was effective despite not notching a strikeout for just the second time over his past nine outings. Clase's 3.58 ERA is well above his career norm, but he's still recorded 17 saves, tied for sixth-most in the majors.
Jun 19 2025Clase notched a save against the Giants on Wednesday, allowing one hit and striking out one batter over one scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase inherited a two-run ninth-inning lead and worked around a two-out single to retire the side on 14 pitches. Though the veteran closer has allowed at least one baserunner in each of his past five appearances and has a mediocre 4:4 BB:K across 4.2 frames during that span, he's converted three of four save opportunities in that stretch. It certainly hasn't been Clase's smoothest season -- he's currently holding a 3.69 ERA and 1.48 WHIP, each of which is on pace to be a career-worst mark -- but he's managed to go 16-for-19 in save chances to remain comfortably in control of Cleveland's closer role.
Jun 17 2025Clase allowed two hits and a walk while striking out one over a scoreless inning to earn the save in Tuesday's 3-2 win over the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After a blown save Saturday in Seattle, another shaky outing isn't encouraging. Clase was able to navigate danger after loading the bases with one out in the ninth inning, getting a shallow flyout from Dominic Smith before striking out Casey Schmitt. Clase has allowed multiple baserunners in five of his seven appearances in June, so he's lucky to have given up just two runs over 6.2 innings. He's at a 3.82 ERA, 1.50 WHIP and 33:9 K:BB with 15 saves in 18 chances over 30.2 innings this season.
Jun 14 2025Clase (4-1) allowed two runs on two hits and three walks while striking out one over two-thirds of an inning to take the loss and a blown save Saturday versus the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase's seven-inning scoreless streak was snapped in this outing. He didn't have his control, throwing just 11 of 20 pitches for strikes, though two of the walks were intentional. The tying run also scored on a wild pitch before Jorge Polanco delivered a walk-off single. Clase hadn't walked a batter since May 17 in Cincinnati. He's now at a 3.94 ERA, 1.45 WHIP and 32:8 K:BB while converting 14 of 17 save chances over 29.2 innings this season. He's been hit pretty hard by regression after being nearly untouchable in 2025, but for now, it doesn't look like Clase is at risk of losing the closing job for Cleveland.
Jun 8 2025Clase earned the save in Sunday's 4-2 win over the Astros, allowing two hits in a scoreless ninth. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase worked around back-to-back singles to Yainer Diaz and Jake Meyers to come away with the save, needing just 12 pitches (six strikes) to do so. Clase has converted 10 straight save opportunities, with his last blown save taking place April 20 against the Pirates. He has yielded just one earned run since the beginning of May and has a 3.54 ERA, 1.32 WHIP and 30:5 K:BB across 28 innings this season.
Jun 1 2025Clase struck out two batters in a perfect inning and earned a save against the Angels on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase fired nine of 10 pitches for strikes and had no issue retiring the Angels' 5-6-7 hitters in order to close out the 4-2 win. He picked up saves on back-to-back days for the first time since May 3 and 4 and has now converted nine straight chances. Since his last blown chance, Clase has posted a 17:2 K:BB with a 1.23 ERA over 14.2 frames. He owns a 3.96 ERA and has converted 13 of 15 saves this season.
May 31 2025Clase pitched a perfect ninth inning in Saturday's 7-5 win over the Angels to record his 12th save of the season. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase needed only 10 pitches (seven strikes) to retire the side in the ninth. He'll finish the month of May with seven saves, and his 12 saves on the year is with Edwin Diaz and Mason Miller for ninth most in the majors. Clase has a 4.13 ERA, 1.38 WHIP and 24:5 K:BB across 24 innings this season.
May 28 2025Clase struck out one in a perfect ninth inning Wednesday to record his 11th save of the season in a 7-4 win over the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Cleveland closer needed only 10 pitches (eight strikes) to carve up the Dodgers' 6-7-8 hitters, fanning Enrique Hernandez to end the afternoon contest. After an uneven beginning to the campaign, Clase has been charged with an earned run in only one of his 10 appearances in May, posting a 0.93 ERA, 0.72 WHIP and 10:2 K:BB on the month while converting all six of his save chances.
May 23 2025Clase earned the save in Friday's 3-1 win over the Tigers, striking out one batter in a perfect ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase needed 12 pitches (eight strikes) to protect the Guardians' two-run lead in the ninth, highlighted by a three-pitch punchout of Trey Sweeney. Clase has converted 10 of 12 save opportunities this season and hasn't yielded an earned run since April 30 against the Twins. The 27-year-old right-hander has a 4.29 ERA, 1.52 WHIP and 22:5 K:BB across 21 innings in 2025.
May 13 2025Clase struck out two in a perfect inning and earned a save over the Brewers on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase threw 10 of 14 pitches for strikes to retire Milwaukee's 2-3-4 hitters in order and finish off the 2-0 victory. He's converted nine of his 11 save chances this season, including five straight. Clase has tossed five consecutive scoreless innings as he's seemingly regained his usual form. He now owns a 4.91 ERA with a 19:4 K:BB through 18.1 frames.
May 7 2025Clase gave up a hit and struck out one in a scoreless ninth inning Wednesday to record his eighth save of the season in an 8-6 win over the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After some early-season struggles, Clase appears to be regaining his usual form. The right-hander has converted four straight save chances, and he's given up just one earned run over his last six appearances with a 7:0 K:BB. He still has some work to do to dig out from the statistical hole he dug, however -- through 16.1 innings on the season, Clase carries a 5.51 ERA and 1.71 WHIP.
May 4 2025Clase earned the save in Sunday's 5-4 win over the Blue Jays, allowing one unearned run on one hit in the ninth inning. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After Andres Gimenez reached on an error to start the ninth, Clase gave up a base hit to Bo Bichette, who'd eventually move to third on an Anthony Santander groundout. However, Clase stranded him there, striking out George Springer to close out the one-run victory. It's been a shaky start to the year for the 27-year-old Clase, though he's been better recently, allowing just one earned run in his last five innings. His ERA now sits at 5.87 with a 1.76 WHIP and 15:3 K:BB across 15.1 innings this season.
May 3 2025Clase recorded his sixth save of the season Saturday, working a perfect ninth inning in a 5-3 win over the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Two groundouts and a pop-up from the top of the Toronto order got the job done for Clase. It's his second straight successful save conversion after getting a brief break from ninth-inning duties in late April, but the right-hander is still looking to put together a lengthy stretch of effectiveness -- he has yet to go more than three straight appearances this season without giving up a run. Through 14.1 innings, he carries a 6.28 ERA, 1.81 WHIP and 14:3 K:BB.
Apr 30 2025Clase earned the save in Wednesday's 4-2 win over the Twins, allowing one run on two hits while striking out three in the ninth inning. He did not issue a walk. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase got the call for the ninth inning to protect a three-run lead. He struck out two of the first three batters faced, and after giving up a run on a wild pitch, fanned Kody Clemens to come away with the save. It was Clase's first save since April 19, but Wednesday marked the sixth time that he has given up at least one earned run in 14 outings this season. He's up to a 6.75 ERA, 1.95 WHIP and 14:3 K:BB across 13.1 innings in 2025 and will continue to split closing duties with Cade Smith.
Apr 20 2025Clase (3-0) blew the save but collected the win Sunday against the Pirates in a game that went 10 innings. He allowed three runs on four hits and one walk with no strikeouts over an inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Entering on a streak of three consecutive scoreless outings and pitching on the third straight day, Clase unraveled in this appearance and picked up his second blown save. This game marked the Cleveland closer's second time allowing four hits in 2025 after going all of the 2024 regular season without one such instance. Clase's confounding start to the season continues, as he's now pitched to an abysmal 7.84 ERA, 2.23 WHIP and 9:3 K:BB across 10.1 innings.
Apr 19 2025Clase earned the save in Saturday's 3-0 win over the Pirates, allowing one hit in a scoreless ninth inning. He did issue a walk nor record a strikeout. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase allowed a triple to Enmanuel Valdez to start the ninth inning, but the latter ended up being tagged out by Jose Ramirez after unsuccessfully calling for time. Clase needed only three pitches to retire the next two batters to capture his fourth save of the season. He has a 5.79 ERA, 1.93 WHIP and 9:2 K:BB across 9.1 innings to start the season.
Apr 16 2025Clase picked up his second save of the season in Tuesday's 6-3 win over the Orioles. He tossed a scoreless inning, allowing a hit and striking out a batter without a walk. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was able to work around a one-out base hit to log his second save of the year. He bounced back with a stress-free outing after allowing five runs in his last four innings. It's been a struggle in the early going, but Tuesday's showing is a step in the right direction for Clase, who should only continue to get better.
Apr 9 2025Clase earned his first save of the season in Wednesday's 3-2 win over the White Sox. He gave up one run on three hits and one walk while striking out two in the ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase came into the ninth inning Wednesday for his first save opportunity since Opening Day against the Royals, but he put himself in hot water by loading the bases after yielding two singles and a walk. Clase gave up a run on a Miguel Vargas RBI single, but it ended up being the final play of the game after Mike Tauchman came up hobbling while rounding third base and was tagged out by Austin Hedges. It took six outings for Clase to earn his first save of 2025 after registering 47 saves in 2024, which led the American League and ranked second in the majors behind Ryan Helsley (49).
Apr 5 2025Clase allowed two runs on three hits over one inning in Friday's 8-6 win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase entered in a non-save situation and was tagged for a pair of runs, including a solo home run. It's unclear why manager Stephen Vogt used his closer, other than the manager perhaps wanting to make sure the Guardians ended a three-game losing streak. Clase, who allowed just five runs over 74.1 innings in 2024, has already ceded three through four innings in 2025.
Mar 27 2025Clase (1-0) blew the save but picked up a win in Thursday's 7-4 extra-inning victory over the Royals. He allowed one run on three hits while striking out one in the ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was nearly perfect last season, converting 47 of 50 save opportunities while pitching to a pristine 0.61 ERA. However, it was a rocky start to the 2025 campaign for the right-hander. Tasked with protecting a one-run lead, Clase gave up back-to-back hits to start the ninth before Michael Massey tied the game with a sac fly. While he'd eventually earn the win after Cleveland scored three runs in the top of the tenth, it certainly wasn't the start to the year that Clase managers expected. Still, there's little cause for concern here as Clase has proven to be one of the game's elite closers, posting 40 or more saves in each of his previous three seasons.
Mar 3 2025Clase is scheduled to make his first Cactus League appearance Monday versus the Mariners, Tim Stebbins of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase's delayed addition to the Guardians' spring pitching schedule isn't due to an injury; instead, the coaching staff is likely prioritizing getting innings for rotation candidates as well as pitchers who are competing for a spot on the Opening Day roster. Despite coming off a rough postseason in which he converted two of three save chances and gave up eight earned runs over eight innings, Clase is locked in as Cleveland's closer and is solidified as an upper-tier fantasy option coming off three straight seasons of least 40 saves. For what he lacks his elite strikeout stuff (career 24.8 K%), Clase makes up for it by limiting walks (career 4.8 BB%) and leaning heavily on his cutter and slider to induce plenty of weak contact (career 60.7 percent groundball rate).
Sep 25 2024Clase earned the save against the Reds on Wednesday, allowing one hit and two walks with one strikeout in a scoreless ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was called upon to protect a 5-2 lead in the ninth frame and worked out of a bases-loaded jam with no outs to secure his 47th save of the season. While he was a bit shaky, the closer has not allowed an earned run in 10 September outings. He owns a microscopic 0.61 ERA, 0.65 WHIP and 66:10 K:BB across 73.1 innings and is in a tightly contested battle with Ryan Helsley of the Cardinals for the major-league lead in saves.
Sep 17 2024Clase struck out two in a perfect ninth inning Monday to record his 46th save of the season in a 4-3 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander got Carlos Correa and Royce Lewis to chase triple-digit cutters as he converted his 33rd straight save chance, with his last blown save coming May 19. Clase is having a career year, which is saying something given the level of performance he'd already established, The 26-year-old's 46 saves leads the majors, and it comes with a minuscule 0.65 ERA, 0.65 WHIP and 63:8 K:BB through 69.1 innings.
Sep 15 2024Clase struck out one batter in a perfect inning and earned a save over the Rays on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase needed only 12 pitches (nine strikes) to roll through the Rays for his 45th save of the year. The star closer has converted 32 consecutive save chances dating back to May 20. Clase has been remarkably consistent this season, posting a 0.66 ERA with a 61:8 K:BB through 68.1 frames.
Sep 11 2024Clase earned the save in Wednesday's 6-4 win over the White Sox, allowing one hit while striking out two in a scoreless ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's the 40th straight save opportunity that Clase's converted -- he's allowed just one run over his last 24 appearances (25 innings). He's up to a league-leading 44 saves, matching a career high, with a stellar 0.67 ERA, 0.67 WHIP and 60:8 K:BB across 67.1 innings this season.
Sep 9 2024Clase earned a save against the White Sox on Monday, allowing one hit and striking out two batters in a scoreless inning of work. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase entered in the ninth inning with a two-run lead and gave up just a harmless two-out infield single. The veteran closer punched out two of the four batters he faced -- just the second time he's recorded multiple strikeouts across his past 10 appearances. Clase is posting under a strikeout per inning for the second straight season, but that hasn't prevented him from putting together a dominant campaign. The right-hander is tied for the major-league lead with 43 saves -- one shy of the career-high mark he established last season -- and has registered a 0.68 ERA and 0.66 WHIP over 66.1innings.
Sep 6 2024Clase struck out one in a perfect inning to earn the save in Friday's 3-1 win over the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase is up to 42 saves on the year, and he's converted 29 consecutive opportunities. He needed just seven pitches (six strikes) to set down the Nos. 5-7 in the Dodgers' order Friday. Clase has given up two runs (one earned) over 15 innings since the beginning of August and now has a 0.69 ERA, 0.66 WHIP and 56:8 K:BB over 65.1 innings. He needs two more saves to match his career high from last year.
Sep 2 2024Clase pitched a scoreless ninth inning to record his 41st save of the season Monday against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase did not allow a baserunner and did not strikeout any hitters on his way to his 41st save, which puts him one behind Ryan Helsley for the MLB lead. Clase was coming off an appearance on Friday where he allowed his first earned run since the beginning of July, so it's no surprise to see him back to his dominant ways. The 26-year-old has allowed just five earned runs all season and sports a miniscule 0.70 ERA through 64.1 innings.
Aug 30 2024Clase picked up a one-inning save in Friday's 10-8 victory over the Pirates, working around solo homer while striking out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With this 13-pitch effort, Clase reached the 40-save plateau for the third time in his career and trails only Ryan Helsley (41) for the MLB lead. It wasn't a clean save though, as the Cleveland closer allowed his second homer of the season -- a leadoff solo shot by Andrew McCutchen -- snapping a streak of nine straight scoreless appearances. Overall, Clase now sports a paltry 0.71 ERA, 0.68 WHIP and K:BB across 63.1 innings this season.
Aug 28 2024Clase pitched a scoreless ninth inning to record his 39th save of the season Wednesday against the Royals, allowing one hit and striking out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase allowed a one-out single to Bobby Witt, but he retired the next two batters to secure the 7-5 win for Cleveland. The 26-year-old has not allowed an earned run since all the way back on July 7 as he continues his historically dominant season. Clase owns a microscopic 0.58 ERA and 0.67 WHIP, with a 54:8 K:BB in 62.1 innings, converting 39-of-42 save opportunities. Clase's 0.58 ERA would be the second-lowest ever recorded in a single season (minimum 50 innings pitched), only bested by Zack Britton (0.54) in 2016, per StatMuse.
Aug 25 2024Clase struck out all three batters he faced to record a save against Texas on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase fired nine of his 12 pitches for strikes to easily mow through the Rangers' 4-5-6 hitters. It was his first save chance since converting saves in four straight days from Aug. 10 to Aug. 13. He's delivered 18 consecutive innings without allowing an earned run, lowering his ERA to 0.60 through 60.1 innings. Clase has converted 38 of his 41 save chances and is nearing his third straight 40-save campaign.
Aug 13 2024Clase earned the save in Tuesday's 2-1 win over the Cubs, working around one hit in a scoreless ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase now has four saves in four consecutive days. The right-hander's converted his last 24 save chances, allowing just three earned runs over 33 innings in that span. Overall, Clase's up to a league-leading 37 saves with a pristine 0.64 ERA, 0.66 WHIP and 49:7 K:BB across 56.1 frames. He figures to almost certainly have the day off Wednesday, should a fifth straight save opportunity arise.
Aug 11 2024Clase allowed two hits and a walk while striking out one over a scoreless inning to earn the save in Sunday's 5-3 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase allowed multiple baserunners for the first time since July 9. He loaded the bases with no outs, then got Willi Castro to strike out and Trevor Larnach to ground into a double play to end the threat. The save was Clase's 35th of the season, keeping him comfortably in second in the majors behind only St. Louis' Ryan Helsley (37). Clase doesn't often give up much either -- he has a 0.66 ERA, 0.66 WHIP and 47:7 K:BB through 54.1 innings this season. Since he's pitched consecutive days, he may not be available for a save opportunity Monday versus the Cubs, which could lead to a rare chance for Cade Smith, Scott Barlow or Hunter Gaddis.
Aug 10 2024Clase struck out one batter in a perfect inning of work to earn a save against the Twins on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Cleveland's bullpen went nine-up, nine-down after starter Gavin Williams provided six one-run frames. Clase accounted for the final three outs, which he notched with relative easy on 13 pitches. With 34 saves on the season, Clase ranks second in the majors behind Ryan Helsley (37). Clase needs six more saves to reach 40 for the third consecutive campaign.
Aug 5 2024Clase (4-2) allowed an unearned run without putting a runner on base over one inning, taking the extra-inning loss versus the Diamondbacks on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Arizona played some small ball, using a pair of sacrifices to scrape together a run in the 10th inning, The Guardians couldn't respond, leaving Clase to take his first loss since April 28. The closer has gone 10 innings without allowing an earned run, but he's been tagged for two unearned runs in that span. Clase remains rock-solid with a 0.69 ERA, 0.63 WHIP and 45:6 K:BB over 52.1 innings while adding 33 saves in 36 chances.
Jul 28 2024Clase struck out one batter in a perfect ninth inning to pick up his 33rd save of the season Sunday against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase needed just seven pitches to secure the one-run victory for the Guardians, his fourth save in six days. The 26-year-old has been utterly dominant this season, pitching to a 0.73 ERA, 0.65 WHIP and 42:6 K:BB in 49.1 innings. Clase is now tied with Ryan Helsley for the league lead in saves with 33.
Jul 26 2024Clase earned a save against the Phillies on Friday, allowing one hit and striking out one in a scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase entered the contest in the bottom of the ninth inning and retired the first two batters he faced before giving up a hit to Bryson Stott. The veteran closer would then strikeout Weston Wilson to end the contest. The save was Clase's third in the last four days and his 19th consecutive successful opportunity since his last blown save on May 19. The 26-year-old has 32 saves on the campaign and ranks second in the majors behind Ryan Helsley.
Jul 24 2024Clase earned a save against Detroit on Wednesday, issuing one walk and striking out one batter in one scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase entered the contest in the top of the ninth inning and retired the first two batters he faced before walking Colt Keith. The free pass didn't hurt him, however, as the veteran closer then got Matt Vierling to ground out to end the contest. The save was Clase's second in as many days and his 18th consecutive successful opportunity since his last blown save May 19. Overall, Clase's 31 saves on the campaign rank second in the majors.
Jul 23 2024Clase earned the save Tuesday against Detroit, delivering a perfect ninth inning in a 5-4 victory. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase made quick work of the Tigers on Tuesday, closing out a one-run victory to reach the 30-save mark for a third consecutive season. The 26-year-old Clase had been stellar this year -- he's allowed just one earned run in his last 14 innings while converting 17 straight save chances. Overall, his ERA is down to a minuscule 0.78 with a 0.65. WHIP and 39:5 K:BB across 46.1 innings.
Jul 13 2024Clase earned a save against the Rays on Saturday, allowing one hit in a scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase entered in the ninth frame and gave up a one-out single but was able to protect Cleveland's two-run lead. The right-handed closer once again didn't notch a strikeout -- he hasn't punched out a batter in any of his past six appearances -- but that hasn't prevented him from being effective, as he's gone 4-for-4 in save chances during that span. Clase's belied the typical closer profile with a modest 7.9 K/9 on the campaign, but he's been almost untouchable with 29 saves (second-most in the majors) in 32 opportunities, a 0.81 ERA and a 0.68 WHIP over 44.1 innings.
Jul 9 2024Clase got the save in Tuesday's 9-8 win over the Tigers. He pitched one inning and allowed one unearned run on two hits. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase allowed the phantom runner to score in the bottom of the 10th but worked around trouble to get his 28th save. The 26-year-old was named an All-Star for the third straight season thanks to his minuscule 0.83 ERA through 44 appearances. Clase is as consistent as they come in a position that can have volatility, he's led MLB in saves each of the last two seasons and trails only Ryan Helsley in 2024.
Jul 7 2024Clase earned a save over the Giants on Sunday. He gave up a run on one hit in one inning of work. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase coughed up an out-of-character run on a Michael Conforto groundout. Clase was still able to close out the 5-4 win and pick up his 27th save of the year. He's given up just four earned runs through 42.1 innings this season, resulting in a 0.85 ERA. Sunday's outing snapped a nine-inning scoreless streak. Clase has converted 14 straight save chances and is 27 for 30 in 2024.
Jul 6 2024Clase walked one and struck out none over a scoreless and hitless inning to earn the save in Saturday's 5-4 win over the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase has earned six saves and a win during his active nine-inning scoreless streak. He's added a 5:2 K:BB in that span. The closer is 26-for-29 in save chances this year with a 0.65 ERA, 0.63 WHIP and 39:5 K:BB across 41.1 innings.
Jul 2 2024Clase (4-1) pitched a perfect inning to earn the win Tuesday over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase kept the game tied at 6-6 in the top of the ninth inning, needing just 10 pitches to retire the side. Bo Naylor's sacrifice fly in the bottom of the frame sealed the win for the Guardians, giving Clase his first decision since May 19. The closer is on an eight-inning scoreless streak and has maintained elite ratios with a 0.67 ERA, 0.62 WHIP and 39:4 K:BB through 40.1 innings overall. Clase is also 25-for-28 in save chances this year, with the Guardians having bounced back to win in all three of his blown saves.
Jun 25 2024Clase earned a save against the Orioles on Tuesday, allowing one hit and no walks with one strikeout in a scoreless ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was called upon to protect a 10-8 lead in the ninth inning and did so on just 14 pitches. Clase has eight saves in June and leads the American League with 25 total saves in what has been an amazing 2024 campaign. The 26-year-old is now 25-for-28 in save chances this season with a 0.70 ERA, 0.65 WHIP and 39:4 K:BB in 38.1 innings.
Jun 23 2024Clase pitched a scoreless inning, allowing a hit and walk while striking out a batter on his way to a save in Sunday's 6-5 win over the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was called upon to protect a 6-5 lead in the top of the ninth inning, working around a pair of baserunners for his 24th save of the season. The right-hander is as elite as it gets at closer, going 24-for-27 on save opportunities in 2024, while he has now converted his last 11 chances. On the season, Clase owns a microscopic 0.72 ERA and 0.64 WHIP with 38 strikeouts over 37.1 innings in 38 appearances out of Cleveland's bullpen.
Jun 22 2024Clase struck out one in a perfect inning to earn the save in Saturday's 6-3 win over the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase retired the side on 15 pitches for his 23rd save of the season. He's pitched four perfect innings over his last four appearances after giving up runs in back-to-back outings June 9 and 11. The 26-year-old has been nearly untouchable for the Guardians with a 0.74 ERA, 0.61 WHIP and 37:3 K:BB over 36.1 innings. He's posted over 40 saves in back-to-back years, and he's well on his way to making it three campaigns in a row.
Jun 20 2024Clase tossed a perfect ninth inning Thursday, striking out one to earn the save against Seattle. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase had allowed earned runs in consecutive appearances on June 9 and 11 but has regained his form since, tossing his third consecutive clean outing to close out the game for the Guardians. Clase ranks first in the American League with 22 saves, ranking behind only Ryan Helsley of the Cardinals who has 24 to lead the major leagues. Through 35.1 innings this season, Clase has allowed only three earned runs for an ERA of 0.76 with a 0.62 WHIP and 36 strikeouts.
Jun 15 2024Clase struck out one in a perfect ninth inning Friday to record his 21st save of the season in a 3-1 win over the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After catching Vladimir Guerrero looking on a third strike, Clase coaxed routine groundballs from Bo Bichette and Justin Turner to end the game. The right-hander has converted eight straight save chances, posting a 1.80 ERA, 0.80 WHIP and 11:1 K:BB through 10 innings over that stretch, and Clase sits two back of the Cardinals' Ryan Helsley for the major-league saves lead.
Jun 12 2024Clase gave up a run on two hits and struck out two in the ninth inning Tuesday to record his 20th save of the season in a 5-3 win over the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He made things interesting with two outs in the ninth, allowing an RBI single to Jonathan India and then plunking Blake Dunn to bring the winning run to the plate, but Clase got TJ Friedl to line out to Brayan Rocchio to end the threat. The right-hander has converted seven straight save chances, putting him one ahead of the Yankees' Clay Holmes for the AL lead in the category, and despite getting tagged for runs in each of his last two appearances, Clase sports a dazzling 0.84 ERA, 0.68 WHIP and 34:3 K:BB through 32.1 innings on the season.
Jun 9 2024Clase allowed a solo home run and struck out one during the ninth inning of Sunday's 6-3 win over the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase took the mound in the ninth inning despite the Guardians owning a four-run lead, and he surrendered a two-out solo homer to Jake Burger during the outing. Due to the score, Clase wasn't eligible for a save, though the Guardians opted to give him his first game action since Tuesday. Burger's long ball was Clase's first earned run allowed since April 14, which spans 24 appearances.
Jun 5 2024Clase walked one and struck out two in a scoreless ninth inning Tuesday to record his 19th save of the season in an 8-5 win over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It didn't look like Clase would even get a save chance when the Guardians fell behind 5-0 early, but the right-hander had little trouble securing the comeback victory. Clase is tied for the league lead in saves with the Cardinals' Ryan Helsley, and the Cleveland closer hasn't given up an earned run since April 14 en route to a sparkling 0.30 ERA and 0.63 WHIP through 30.1 innings with a 31:3 K:BB.
Jun 1 2024Clase earned a save against the Nationals on Saturday, retiring all three batters he faced in the ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Tasked with preserving a 3-2 lead in the ninth inning, Clase needed only eight pitches to secure his 18th save of the season. The save tied him with Ryan Helsley of the Cardinals for the league lead, and he now boasts a ridiculous 0.31 ERA, 0.61 WHIP and 29:2 K:BB over 29.1 innings.
May 27 2024Clase allowed a hit in a scoreless inning and earned a save over the Angels on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase worked around a two-out single to close out the 5-4 victory and pick up his 17th save of the year. He's gone 20.1 straight innings without allowing an earned run and he's converted 13 of his last 14 save chances. Clase's ERA is down to a ridiculous 0.33 with a 26:2 K:BB through 27.1 frames.
May 26 2024Clase picked up the save over the Angels on Saturday, allowing one hit over one inning while striking out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase entered the game with a one-run lead in the bottom of the ninth and surrendered a leadoff single to Logan O'Hoppe before retiring the next three batters in succession, with two of them going down on strikes. It marked Clase's third appearance this month in which he's registered multiple strikeouts and he's now converted each of his last three save opportunities. The right-hander currently sits at 16 saves on the season, which ties him for the major league lead with Ryan Helsley.
May 21 2024Clase earned the save in Tuesday's 7-6 win over the Mets, working around a hit in a scoreless ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase's now pitched three consecutive days while locking down saves in back-to-back outings. He'd allow a one-out single to Francisco Lindor on Tuesday before inducing a game-ending double play off the bat of Pete Alonso. Clase lowered his ERA to a pristine 0.36 with a 0.59 WHIP and 24:2 K:BB across 25.1 innings while converting a league-leading 15 saves in 18 opportunities.
May 20 2024Clase earned a save against the Mets on Monday, retiring all three batters he faced in the ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase inherited a two-run lead when he entered in the ninth frame and made quick work of New York, needing just 12 pitches to set down the side in order. The right-hander has yielded just one earned run all season, giving him a sparkling 0.37 ERA through 24.1 frames. Clase has posted an outstanding 24:2 K:BB and is tied for first in the majors with 14 saves.
May 17 2024Clase picked up the save Friday against Minnesota. He pitched a clean inning with one strikeout. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase required only 13 pitches to retire the side in order for the save Friday night. The 26-year-old closer is riding a streak of eight straight scoreless appearances, allowing just one hit and one walk with seven strikeouts and five saves over eight innings. Clase remains among the game's most elite closers, sporting a 0.42 ERA over 22.1 innings this season.
May 15 2024Clase earned the save Tuesday against Texas, allowing one walk over a scoreless inning with no strikeouts ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase moved into a four-way tied for the second most saves in baseball with Tuesday's contest and, after leading MLB in saves the past two seasons, is firmly in the mix to do so again in 2024. The 26-year-old has yielded just one earned run and walked two batters in 21.1 innings of work.
May 9 2024Clase (2-1) earned the extra-inning win Wednesday over the Tigers, striking out one without allowing a hit or a walk in a scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was sharp in the 10th inning despite a fielder's choice and a wild pitch, and the Guardians completed their comeback on a walk-off Brayan Rocchio single in the bottom of the frame. This outing extended Clase's scoreless streak to five innings, and he's gone 12.1 innings without giving up an earned run. The closer is 11-for-13 in save chances while pitching to a 0.47 ERA, 0.67 WHIP and 20:1 K:BB through 19.1 innings on the year.
May 6 2024Clase picked up the save Monday against Detroit, striking out one batter across a perfect ninth frame. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase turned in a third consecutive perfect outing, throwing merely nine pitches to earn his 11th save of 2024. The 26-year-old has been incredible thus far, boasting a 19:1 K:BB and a 0.49 ERA through 18.1 innings and is tied for the league lead in saves.
May 5 2024Clase picked up the save Sunday against the Angels, striking out two over a perfect ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase made quick work of Willie Calhoun, Brandon Drury and Matt Thaiss on Sunday, needing just 10 pitches to retire the side and pick up his 10th save of the campaign. Clase is one of five closers in double figures in the saves category and has walked just one batter across 17.1 innings of action.
May 2 2024Clase earned the save over the Astros on Wednesday, striking out one over a perfect 10th inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase entered the contest with a one-run lead in the bottom of the 10th and needed only five pitches to retire the side and secure his ninth save of the season. The right-hander has now converted each of his last five save attempts (over nine appearances), posting a 10:1 K:BB over that stretch. He now sports a pristine 0.55 ERA following Wednesday's scoreless appearance.
Apr 28 2024Clase (1-1) took the loss Sunday against Atlanta, allowing one unearned run on one hit in one-third of an inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After striking out Ozzie Albies to open up the bottom half of the 10th frame, Clase surrendered a walk-off base hit to Austin Riley to bring home the designated runner. The outing snapped a streak of six consecutive scoreless appearances (covering six frames) and three straight perfect innings. Still, Clase is tied for the sixth-most saves in baseball with eight.
Apr 25 2024Clase earned the save Thursday against the Red Sox, striking out one in a perfect ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's the fifth straight scoreless outing from Clase -- he's allowed just one hit while striking out eight in his last five innings. Overall, the right-hander is 8-for-10 in save chances this year with a stellar 0.69 ERA, 0.85 WHIP and 14:1 K:BB over 13 innings.
Apr 23 2024Clase earned the save Tuesday against the Red Sox, striking out three in a perfect ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Called upon to protect a three-run lead in the ninth, Clase made quick work of the middle of Boston's order, striking out the side en route to his seventh save this year. Clase's allowed just one hit in his last four innings while logging seven strikeouts in that span. He lowered his ERA to 0.75 with a 0.92 WHIP and 13:1 K:BB across 12 innings this season.
Apr 20 2024Clase tossed a scoreless ninth inning with two strikeouts against the Athletics on Saturday to pick up his sixth save of the season. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Asking Clase to preserve a three-run lead against the A's is about as easy as a save opportunity gets, but his fantasy managers will take it. Clase did give up a leadoff double to Ryan Noda in this one, but he quickly rebounded with a couple punchouts sandwiched around a groundout. The 26-year-old closer has been credited with two blown saves this season, but he's been charged with just one earned run and has a 9:0 K:BB over 10 frames.
Apr 18 2024Clase earned the save in Thursday's 5-4 win over Boston, striking out one in a perfect ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was an encouraging effort from Clase after he'd blown his previous two save opportunities. Despite his recent rough patch, the 26-year-old Clase has been excellent overall to start the year, allowing just one earned run through his first nine innings while striking out seven as he improves to 5-for-7 in save chances.
Apr 17 2024Clase (1-0) was charged with his second blown save of the season Tuesday, but he picked up the win in a 10-7 extra-innings victory over the Red Sox after giving up an unearned run on one hit in the 10th inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander couldn't stop the phantom runner from scoring after the Guardians had taken a 7-6 lead in the top of the 10th, but Cleveland tacked on three more runs in the 11th to put the game away. Clase is 4-for-6 in converting save chances to begin the season, but that's been due more to bad luck more than bad pitching -- he sports a 1.13 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 6:0 K:BB through eight innings, and his spot as Cleveland's closer is in no jeopardy.
Apr 14 2024Clase allowed a run on two hits in one inning during Sunday's win over the Yankees. He blew a save opportunity and did not strike out a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase coughed up a run on a double by Anthony Volpe before the Guardians eventually won in the 10th inning. It was Clase's first blown save of the year after converting his first four chances. It was also the first run he allowed after beginning the season with a six-inning scoreless streak. This blown save won't impact his role as Cleveland's closer.
Apr 6 2024Clase gave up a hit and struck out two in a scoreless ninth inning Saturday to record his fourth save of the season in a 3-1 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old right-hander led the majors in saves each of the last two seasons, and he's already jumped out in front in 2024 by converting all four of his chances. Clase also has an encouraging 4:0 K:BB in 4.0 innings to go along with his 0.00 ERA, after his strikeout rate dipped to a career-low 7.9 K/9 in 2023. He remains arguably the most stable closer in the game, offering solid ratios and a team environment that sees him get the lion's share of the save opportunities for a team that isn't built to blow out the opposition.
Apr 4 2024Clase set the Twins down in order in a scoreless ninth inning to earn his third save of the year Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase allowed a couple of hard-hit balls in the inning, though they'd both result in outs as the 26-year-old right-hander locked down his third save, tying him for the league lead in the early going. Clase took a slight step back last year, pitching to a 3.22 ERA over 72.2 innings, though he'd still wind up with a career-most 44 saves in 56 chances.
Apr 3 2024Clase gave up one hit and struck out two during a scoreless inning to earn a save Tuesday against Seattle. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase took the mound with three runs of cushion, and the Guardians' lead was never threatened. He's now converted both of his save chances this season and could push for a third straight season of 40-plus saves. Clase is coming off a career-worst 3.22 ERA and 12 blown saves in 2023 after previously having not blown more than five in a single year.
Mar 29 2024Clase allowed a hit in a scoreless ninth inning and earned a save over Oakland on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After a fielding error and a base hit, Clase faced a bit of a jam before closing out the game with a double play. He needed just eight total pitches to finish off Friday's win. The 26-year-old picked up right where he left off after leading the MLB in saves during the 2022 and 2023 campaigns. Clase arguably has the most job safety among any closer in the league and should be among the league leaders once again.
Mar 3 2024Clase has allowed two hits and struck out four batters over his first two Cactus League appearances. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase saved 44 of his 56 opportunities last season, and while it wasn't the dominance he displayed in the previous two years, he was never at risk of losing ninth-inning duties. Clase should continue in the closer role this season. James Karinchak (shoulder) and Trevor Stephan (elbow) are already banged up in the spring, leaving Scott Barlow as the Guardians' top option for saves when Clase is unavailable.
Sep 29 2023Clase picked up the save Friday against the Tigers. He allowed one run on one hit and no walks with no strikeouts over one inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase yielded a 391-foot solo homer to Spencer Torkelson to lead off the ninth inning before promptly retiring the next three Detroit batters. Although he has secured a career-high 44 saves, the Cleveland closer has struggled a bit this year, posting a career-worst 3.14 ERA and 8.0 K/9 (compared to a career 1.47 ERA and 9.3 K/9 prior to the season). Clase been especially shaky in September with a 4.63 ERA and 5.4 K/9 over 11.2 innings.
Sep 28 2023Clase picked up the save Wednesday against Cincinnati. He allowed one hit over a scoreless inning while not recording any strikeouts or walks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase allowed a hit to Noelvi Marte in the second at-bat after entering the contest with a one-run lead in the top of the ninth, but lucked out when Marte was thrown out trying to stretch it to a double. The right-handed reliever was then able to retire the next batter and secure his league-leading 43rd save of the season, needing only seven pitches in total to get through the frame. Clase has now converted four of his last five save attempts but he's also allowed at least one hit in five straight appearances.
Sep 23 2023Clase (3-9) blew the save but picked up the win in Friday's 9-8 victory over the Orioles, giving up two runs on two hits in an inning of relief. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander had Baltimore down to its final strike in the top of the ninth inning before hitting Anthony Santander with a pitch, followed by a single, a wild pitch and a double. Fortunately for Clase, Cleveland had one more burst of offense left in it in the bottom of the frame. The closer leads the majors with 42 saves but also has an MLB-high 12 blown saves, with Colorado setup man Jake Bird being the only other reliever in double digits, and Clase's 3.18 ERA this year is nearly two runs higher than his 1.36 mark from 2022.
Sep 21 2023Clase picked up the save Thursday against the Orioles. He allowed a hit and a walk while striking out two over a scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After the first two Orioles reached safely in the ninth, Clase rebounded to strike out his next two batters before coaxing a game-ending flyout from Gunnar Henderson. Clase remains the lone closer with over 40 saves on the year. He's allowed just one earned run in his last six outings (five innings), lowering his ERA to 2.97 with a 1.15 WHIP and 63:16 K:BB across 69.2 innings this season.
Sep 16 2023Clase picked up the save Saturday against Texas. He allowed one hit and struck out one over a scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase now owns four more saves than any other closer in baseball with 41 despite having blown two of his last five save opportunities. The 25-year-old has solidified himself as one of baseball's best ninth-inning arms, having corralled 40 or more saves in back-to-back seasons while owning a career ERA of 1.92.
Sep 12 2023Clase pitched a perfect inning to earn the save in Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase needed 13 pitches (eight strikes) to complete the clean inning just a day after he blew a save in the 10th inning. This was Clase's 40th save of the season -- he's the first to reach that mark in 2023, though he's also blown a major-league-leading 11 saves in 69 appearances. The Guardians closer has allowed six runs (four earned) over his last 9.1 innings and has a 3.11 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 58:15 K:BB through 66.2 innings overall.
Sep 11 2023Clase (2-9) failed to record an out Monday versus the Giants, allowing two runs (one earned) on two hits to take a blown save and the loss. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase gave up back-to-back RBI singles to Blake Sabol and LaMonte Wade, surrendering the one-run lead the Guardians had taken in the top of the 10th inning. This was Clase's second blown save in his last three appearances, and he's up to 11 blown saves while converting a major-league leading 39 saves this season. He's at a 3.15 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 58:15 K:BB through 66.2 innings. Despite his struggles this year, the Guardians have stood by the 25-year-old in the closer role throughout the campaign, and it seems unlikely he'd lose the gig this late in the year with the team's playoff hopes already quite faint.
Sep 8 2023Clase pitched a perfect inning to earn the save in Friday's 6-3 win over the Angels. He did not strike out a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase needed 15 pitches to complete the clean inning just a day after he was tagged for two runs in two-thirds of an inning in a blown save. The right-hander still leads the majors with 39 saves, but he's also blown 10 saves in a less-than-dominant campaign. He's at a 3.02 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 58:15 K:BB through 65.2 innings this season.
Sep 7 2023Clase picked up the save in Wednesday's 2-1 victory over the Twins, striking out one over a perfect inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase ran right through the middle of the Twins' lineup after entering the contest with a one-run lead in the ninth, needing only 10 pitches to wrap things up and secure his league-leading 38th save of the season. The right-handed reliever has not allowed any hits or walks in four straight appearances and has now converted each of his last seven save opportunities.
Sep 1 2023Clase tossed a perfect ninth inning and earned a save over the Rays on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase forced three quick outs on 10 pitches to finish off the 3-2 victory. He's allowed just one run over his last 8.2 frames and has converted six straight save chances. Clase now has an MLB-leading 37 saves with a 2.90 ERA across 62 innings.
Aug 31 2023Clase picked up the save Wednesday against the Twins, striking out one over a perfect inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase needed just 11 pitches to get through the back end of the Twins' lineup and record his league-leading 36th save of the season. He threw strikes on eight of those pitches and has now converted each of his last five save opportunities. Despite blowing two saves this month, Clase has still maintained a 2.92 ERA in August to go along with a 14:2 K:BB.
Aug 29 2023Clase picked up the save Tuesday against the Twins despite allowing a run on one hit in the ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase would give up a solo homer to Michael Taylor before rebounding to record the final two outs, closing out a 4-2 Cleveland win. The home run marked the first earned run Clase's surrendered in his last six appearances (6.2 innings). He's now up to 35 saves, tied for most in the league, with a 3.00 ERA, 1.15 WHIP and 56:14 K:BB across 60 innings this season.
Aug 28 2023Clase (2-7) earned the win Sunday against the Blue Jays. He allowed one unearned run on one hit and a walk while striking out two over 1.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase entered with one out in the 10th to face the heart of the Blue Jays' order, then after the Guardians took the lead in the 11th, finished out the game. He now hasn't allowed an earned run in his past five appearances. Along with the two wins, Clase has 34 saves in 43 chances with a 2.90 ERA, 1.15 WHIP and 56 strikeouts over 59 innings.
Aug 26 2023Clase struck out one in a scoreless ninth inning Friday to record his 34th save of the season in a 5-2 win over the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander fired 11 of 15 pitches for strikes and worked around an error that allowed Daulton Varsho to reach base with one out. Clase has been tagged for earned runs in only one of 15 appearances since the All-Star break, posting a 1.84 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 16:1 K:BB through 14.2 innings in the second half.
Aug 19 2023Clase worked a perfect ninth inning in the second game of Friday's doubleheader against the Tigers to record his 33rd save of the season. He didn't walk or strike out a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander topped out at 100.5 mph with his cutter as he generated his usual weak contact. Since the All-Star break, Clase has posted a 2.13 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 14:1 K:BB through 12.2 innings while converting eight of 10 save chances, and while he hasn't been as dominant in 2023 as he was the last two seasons, he's still tied with Camilo Doval and Alexis Diaz for the major-league lead in saves.
Aug 15 2023Clase picked up the save Tuesday against the Reds, working around a hit while logging a strikeout in a scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was a much-needed effort from Clase after he allowed three runs while blowing a save in his last appearance Saturday in Tampa Bay. Despite the hiccup, Clase's been dependable of late, working to a 1.98 ERA over his last 14 outings (13.2 innings). He's now 32-for-41 in save opportunities with a 3.16 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 52:13 K:BB across 54.1 innings this season.
Aug 13 2023Clase (1-7) blew the save and took the loss Saturday against the Rays, allowing three runs on four hits while striking out one over two-thirds of an inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was called upon in the bottom of the ninth to protect a two-run lead and proceeded to give up a leadoff single to Josh Lowe on the first pitch of the inning. The right-handed reliever then gave up another three hits, all of which led to runs coming across for the Rays as the team pulled off a come-from-behind win. It marked Clase's ninth blown save this season and the second in his last four attempts. He's also allowed at least two hits in three of his last four appearances.
Aug 11 2023Clase picked up the save in Thursday's 4-3 win over the Blue Jays, striking out two over a perfect inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase entered the contest with a one-run lead in the top of the ninth and took care of business, striking out Daulton Varsho on three straight pitches in the opening at-bat before finishing the inning with another strikeout against Paul DeJong. The right-handed reliever needed just 11 pitches to get through the frame and record his 31st save of the season. He still has not allowed an earned run since July 4 and now has seven strikeouts to only one walk through four August appearances.
Aug 8 2023Clase picked up the save in Tuesday's 1-0 win over the Blue Jays. He allowed two hits and struck out one in a scoreless ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase worked around a pair of infield singles, inducing an Alejandro Kirk flyout to end the threat and earn the save. After blowing a save Sunday and serving a one-game suspension Monday for his role in a brawl with the White Sox, the 25-year-old flamethrower returned to notch his 30th save; a milestone Clase has now reached in back-to-back seasons.
Aug 7 2023Clase received a one-game suspension Monday for his role in an on-field brawl that occurred in Saturday's game against the White Sox, Mandy Bell of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: MLB announced a six-game suspension for White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson, a three-game suspension for Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez, and one-game bans for Clase, Guardians manager Terry Francona, Guardians third base coach Mike Sarbaugh and White Sox manager Pedro Grifol after reviewing the incident. Anderson and Ramirez are both appealing their bans, while Clase and Francona will serve their one-game suspensions in Monday's series opener with the Blue Jays. Trevor Stephan (18 holds, two saves) has operated as the Guardians' top setup man for most of the season and would presumably be the top candidate to step in for Clase as the team's closer Monday if a save situation arises.
Aug 6 2023Clase (1-6) blew the save and took the loss in Sunday's 5-3 loss against the White Sox. He allowed three unearned runs on three hits while striking out three over an inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After allowing a pair of singles to lead off the ninth inning, Clase struck out the next two White Sox as it appeared he would work out of the jam. However, a pair of errors allowed Chicago to tie the game 3-3 before Elvis Andrus drove in two more runs with a base hit, handing Clase and the Guardians a 5-3 loss. It's the first blown save for Clase since July 7 -- since then, he's thrown 10 innings without allowing an earned run, striking out 10 in that span. The 25-year-old right-hander is now 29-for-37 in save opportunities this season with a 2.84 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 47:13 K:BB across 50.2 innings.
Aug 4 2023Clase issued one walk in a scoreless inning Friday, striking out one and earning a save over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase worked around a two-out walk to finish off the 4-2 win for his 29th save of the year. He's turned in nine straight shutout frames, lowering his season ERA to 2.90 through 49.2 innings. Clase has converted five saves during that span after blowing two straight prior to the start of the scoreless streak.
Jul 27 2023Clase picked up the save in Thursday's 6-3 victory over the White Sox. He allowed two hits while striking out one over a scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was able to work around a pair of two-out singles, striking out Andrew Benintendi to close out the Guardians' win and pick up his 28th save of the year. Clase has now thrown seven straight scoreless innings, allowing just three hits and a walk in that span. His ERA is down to 3.02 with a 1.09 WHIP and 43:12 K:BB across 47.2 innings this season.
Jul 22 2023Clase earned a saved over the Phillies on Saturday, striking out one batter in a perfect inning of work. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In a game that featured very little offense, Clase was tasked with ensuring that a 1-0 lead held up for Cleveland in the ninth frame. The talented closer was up to the challenge, needing just seven pitches (six strikes) to retire the side in order. Clase went through a rocky stretch in late June and early July, but he's bounced back with five consecutive scoreless outings during which he's notched three saves and given up just one hit while posting a 5:1 K:BB over five innings.
Jul 8 2023Clase walked one batter in a scoreless ninth inning Friday to record his 25th save of the season in a 3-0 win over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander threw only three of nine pitches for strikes, but after walking Maikel Garcia with one out, Clase got Bobby Witt to ground into a game-ending double play. The Cleveland closer had given up runs in three straight appearances coming into Friday, and while he's tied with Alexis Diaz, Camilo Doval and Jordan Romano for the major-league lead in saves, Clase's seven blown saves are more than the other three combined.
Jul 4 2023Clase allowed a run on one hit and struck out one in one inning, taking a blown save in Tuesday's extra-inning win over Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was dominant for much of the first three months of the campaign, but he's now given up seven runs (six earned) over 2.1 innings across his last three appearances. Ozzie Albies tagged him for a solo home run in the ninth inning Tuesday, though Cleveland ultimately won in the 10th. Clase now has a 3.54 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 37:11 K:BB through 40.2 innings, and he's 24-for-31 in save chances this season. He had just nine blown saves combined over the previous two years, but he's taken a step back in 2023.
Jun 30 2023Clase (1-5) blew the save and took the loss Thursday against Kansas City. He allowed two runs (one earned) on two hits while striking out one over one-third of an inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was unable to protect a one-run lead in the bottom of the 10th inning, allowing a leadoff single to Nicky Lopez before surrendering a game-ending, two-run double to Freddy Fermin. The Cleveland closer had converted his last nine save attempts coming into Thursday, with his last blown save coming back on May 19 against the Mets. He remains tied with Jordan Romano for the league lead in saves with 24.
Jun 27 2023Clase picked up the save in Tuesday's 2-1 win over Kansas City. He threw a perfect inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase took the mound with a 2-1 lead after a two-run ninth inning for the Guardians and recorded a perfect inning to snare his 24th save of the campaign. The outing moved him to 24-for-29 on save appearances and bumped him into the league lead for saves.
Jun 24 2023Clase picked up the save Saturday against Milwaukee. He allowed one hit while striking out two over a scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase took care of business Saturday, punching out two of the four batters he faced to lock down his 23rd save of the year, tied for the most in MLB. The outing extended his scoreless inning streak to 11 appearances (11.1 innings) and marked his sixth multi-strikeout performance in nine games.
Jun 21 2023Clase earned a save against the Athletics on Wednesday, allowing a hit and a walk while striking out two batters over one scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase came on in the ninth inning to protect a one-run lead and allowed two of the first three hitters he faced to reach base. However, he notched a big strikeout of Ryan Noda with one out and the tying run on third base before getting Seth Brown to fly out to end the game. Clase thus recorded his seventh straight successful save opportunity and is now 22-for-27 in save chances this season. He is tied for the major-league lead in that category and is on pace to challenge his career-best total of 42 saves, which he set last season.
Jun 16 2023Clase earned a save against the Padres on Thursday, issuing one walk and striking out one batter in 1.1 scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase didn't record more than three outs in any of his first 33 appearances this season, but manager Terry Francona opted to go to him in a big eighth-inning spot Thursday. Clase needed four pitches to retire Manny Machado with a runner on second base, then came back out for the ninth and tossed a scoreless frame to notch his first save in nine days. Despite the mild drought in opportunities, Clase continues to lead the majors with 21 saves on the season.
Jun 8 2023Clase picked up the save in Wednesday's 5-2 victory over the Red Sox. He didn't allow a hit while striking out two and walking one during a scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase is the first closer to 20 saves this season and sports a 3.00 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 26:7 K:BB across 31 appearances (30 innings). The right-hander has blown five save opportunities already, which is one more than he had across 77 appearances last year, but he's converted his past five chances and remains one of the elite ninth-inning options in MLB.
Jun 5 2023Clase earned his second save in as many days with a scoreless ninth inning against the Twins on Sunday. He allowed a hit and a walk and struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase gave the Twins a glimpse of hope after giving up a walk and a single but ended the game by striking out Willi Castro. The 25-year-old now has four consecutive scoreless outings and is pacing all of baseball with 19 saves. His numbers aren't as eye-popping as year's past, but he's still proving he's as elite as they come in the ninth inning. Clase has a 3.10 ERA, 1.21 WHIP and 24:6 K:BB over 29 innings.
Jun 3 2023Clase earned a save against the Twins on Saturday with a perfect inning that included two strikeouts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase had no problem protecting a two-run ninth-inning lead, striking out the first two batters he faced and needing a modest 15 pitches overall to set down the side in order. The save was the first for Clase since last Friday, though that wasn't due to any struggles, as the closer notched two scoreless innings in non-save situations in the interim. Clase leads MLB in both saves (18) and save chances (23) this season.
May 26 2023Clase allowed one run on two hits over one inning against the Cardinals on Friday. He struck out two and earned a save. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase picked up his league-leading 17th save of the year despite narrowly finishing off the 4-3 win. He's now coughed up eight runs (six earned) over his last 5.2 innings. Clase's sporting a 3.60 ERA with an 18:5 K:BB and five blown saves through 25 frames.
May 23 2023Clase picked up the save in Monday's 3-0 win over the White Sox, tossing a perfect ninth inning while recording one strikeout. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was called on to preserve Cleveland's shutout, and he succeeded by retiring Luis Robert, Yoan Moncada and Clint Frazier in order. It was a nice bounce-back effort for the closer, who blew a save and took the loss during his last appearance. Clase's strikeout numbers are down while his ERA and WHIP are up from previous years, but the right-hander has still recorded an MLB-high 16 saves.
May 19 2023Clase (1-4) blew a save and took the loss against the Mets on Friday. He allowed three runs (two earned) on four hits while recording two outs (one strikeout). ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was tasked with closing out a 9-7 game in the 10th inning and proceeded to hand the Mets a win by allowing three straight hits with two outs. He's given up seven runs (five earned) over his last 3.2 frames, spiking his ERA from 1.86 to 3.52 in the process. After blowing four of his 46 save chances last season, Clase has already blown five of his 20 opportunities in 2023.
May 18 2023Clase picked up the save in Thursday's 3-1 win over the White Sox. He allowed a hit and picked up a strikeout in a scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase had allowed three earned runs across his previous two outings. It was the first time this season the righty had allowed runs in consecutive appearances. He did allow a single Thursday, but locked up his league-leading 15th save without allowing a run. Clase has allowed seven hits in his last four innings, pushing his WHIP up to 1.16, and his ERA is 2.82, a career high.
May 15 2023Clase picked up the save Sunday against the Angels, despite allowing two runs on three hits in the ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase allowed hits to the first three batters faced, ultimately allowing the Angels to cut the lead to 4-3 in the ninth. However, he'd hang on for the one-run victory, earning his league-leading 14th save. Clase has allowed two runs in each of his last two appearances -- he had allowed just one earned run in his previous 14.1 innings. The 25-year-old right-hander is now 14-for-18 in save opportunities with a 2.95 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 13:5 K:BB through 21.1 innings this season.
May 12 2023Clase (1-3) allowed two runs (one earned) on two hits and was charged with a loss against the Angels on Friday. He struck out one and was handed a blown save in one inning of work. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was tasked with finishing off the 4-3 game but coughed up a pair of runs, though one was due to an error. After converting 42 of 46 save opportunities last season he's already blown four of his first 17 chances in 2023. Despite some struggles, he still owns a strong 2.21 ERA. However, Clase has struck out just 12 batters through 20.1 frames (5.3 K/9).
May 9 2023Clase earned the save Tuesday against Detroit, allowing one hit in a scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase picked up his league-leading 13th save of the year, closing out the Guardian's 2-0 shutout victory over the Tigers. The 25-year-old Clase has been dominant, allowing just one earned run over his last 14.1 innings. He's now 13-for-16 in save opportunities with a 1.86 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 11:5 K:BB in 19.1 innings this season. Despite a career-low 5.12 K/9, Clase has been effective thanks to a stellar 64.3 percent groundball rate.
May 7 2023Clase picked up the save during Sunday's 2-0 win over the Twins, tossing a scoreless ninth in which he recorded one walk and one strikeout. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite a two-out walk to Alex Kirilloff, Clase picked up his second save in as many days after blowing his previous chance -- May 3 versus the Yankees. The right-hander is now 12-for-15 in save opportunities this year, giving him the MLB lead over Josh Hader, who also had 11 coming into Sunday. Clase's three blown saves (one fewer than he had in 77 appearances last year) and lack of strikeouts (11:5 K:BB through 18.1 innings) are a bit concerning, but he remains Cleveland's top closing option.
May 4 2023Clase allowed a run on two hits in one inning Wednesday versus the Yankees, taking a blown save. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase allowed a game-tying RBI single to Willie Calhoun in the ninth inning. While Clase leads the American League with 10 saves, he's also already blown three save chances, including two in his last three outings. He had four blown saves in all of 2022, so he's certainly been a bit off in the early going this year. The right-hander also has a 2.20 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 9:4 K:BB through 16.1 innings.
May 2 2023Clase picked up the save during Monday's 3-2 win over the Yankees, tossing a perfect ninth inning while striking out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Guardians struck for three runs in the top of the ninth to take a one-run lead, so Clase came on in the bottom half of the frame. The hard-throwing reliever retired Gleyber Torres, DJ LeMahieu and Aaron Hicks in order to secure his 10th save, tying him with Josh Hader for the MLB lead. It was a solid bounce-back effort for the right-hander, who blew his second save chance of the season during Saturday's loss to Boston. Clase currently sports a 1.76 ERA and a 1.04 WHIP, but he has just nine strikeouts through 15.1 innings.
Apr 30 2023Clase (1-2) allowed two unearned runs on two hits in one-third of an inning, taking the extra-inning loss to the Red Sox on Saturday. He was also charged with a blown save. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase's scoreless streak came to an end at seven innings with the shaky appearance. He'd converted all six of his save chances over that span. For the season, the closer is 9-for-11 in save chances with a 1.88 ERA, 1.12 WHIP and 8:4 K:BB over 14.1 innings. It's not his usual level of dominance, but it's good enough to keep him in the closer role.
Apr 28 2023Clase allowed one hit in a scoreless inning to earn a save over Boston on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After a leadoff double by Jarren Duran, Clase retired the next three batters to close out the 5-2 win. Clase has now converted eight consecutive save chances, making him nine for 10 on the year. He's riding a seven-inning scoreless streak, lowering his season ERA to 1.93 alongside an 8:4 K:BB.
Apr 5 2023Clase earned a save against the Athletics on Wednesday, allowing one walk and striking out one batter over one scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Cleveland's bullpen blew a late lead to send the game into extra innings, but the Guardians' offense was able to put up two runs in the top of the 10th. Clase then came on to close the door in the bottom of the frame, throwing 11 of 15 pitches for strikes and fanning the final two batters he faced. This was a solid bounce-back after Clase blew a save chance by giving up two runs against Oakland on Monday.
Apr 3 2023Clase (1-0) allowed two runs on two hits and two walks in one inning during Monday's win over Oakland. He was charged with a blown save but earned the win. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Seth Brown sent the game to extras by taking Clase deep in the ninth inning of a 10-8 contest. Clase had fired two perfect frames to begin his 2023 campaign before Monday's misstep. Fortunately for him, Cleveland's offense took care of business in the 10th. He blew just four saves in 46 chances last season.
Apr 1 2023Clase earned a save Saturday against the Mariners, striking out one batter in a perfect inning of work. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After Aaron Civale gave Cleveland seven scoreless innings, manager Terry Francona turned to James Karinchak in the eighth. Karinchak continued the shutout, and Clase finished things off with a perfect ninth. He needed just eight pitches, seven of which were strikes, to earn the save. Clase is among the most reliable closers in baseball, having converted 67 of 76 save chances since the start of 2021.
Mar 13 2023Clase gave up a two-run home run in Sunday's Cactus League game versus the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase worked the fifth inning in this contest and ended up giving up his first two runs of the spring. The Guardians' closer posted 42 saves with an excellent 1.36 ERA, 0.73 WHIP and just three homers allowed over 72.2 innings last season, so this is likely just a blip on the radar. He'll be one of the most popular relievers in fantasy drafts, with a cutter that can top 100 mph and two straight years of ninth-inning dominance under his belt.
Oct 4 2022Clase picked up the save Tuesday against Kansas City, striking out two while allowing an unearned run on a hit in the ninth inning of a 5-3 win. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase got into a bit of a jam to begin the ninth as a single and an error gave the Royals runners on first and third with no outs. After a run scored on a fielder's choice, the closer struck out the final two batters to end the game. It was his 42 save on the season and third in the last five days. He's allowed just two baserunners in his last five innings while striking out nine.
Oct 2 2022Clase earned the save Sunday against Kansas City, striking out two batters in a perfect ninth inning in a 7-5 win. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase threw 10 of his 12 pitches for strikes as he retired the middle of the Royals' lineup in order. He is now 41-for-45 in save chances this season and has converted his last five chances. The 24-year-old has been consistently dominant throughout the season and has a 1.35 ERA in the second half after compiling a 1.41 ERA before the Midsummer Classic.
Sep 30 2022Clase struck out two batters in a perfect inning to earn a save over the Royals on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase became the first pitcher to reach 40 saves this season and he's done so with just 44 chances. He had no issue finishing off Friday's 6-3 victory with 16 pitches, including 10 strikes. He's now sporting a 1.40 ERA with a 73:10 K:BB through 75 appearances.
Sep 24 2022Clase picked up the save in Saturday's 4-2 win over Texas. He allowed one run on one hit and zero walks while striking out zero over one inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After getting Leody Taveras to ground out to start the inning, Clase served up a solo home run to Sam Huff in the next at-bat. However, the right-hander was able to get the final two batters to ground out to close the game and earn his league-leading 39th save. Clase has recorded nine saves so far this month.
Sep 23 2022Clase secured his 38th save of the season Friday against the Rangers, striking out one batting in a scoreless inning but allowing two hits and a hit by pitch. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase entered the bottom of the ninth with a 6-3 lead, but he did his best to keep things interesting. He retired the first two batters of the game before giving up singles to Corey Seager and Nathaniel Lowe and hitting Adolis Garcia on the wrist. Josh Jung grounded out to end the game, however, allowing Clase to open up a two-save lead over Kenley Jansen atop the leaderboard.
Sep 22 2022Clase earned a save against the White Sox on Thursday, striking out one batter in a perfect inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Cleveland carried a two-run lead into the ninth frame and, as expected, handed the ball to Clase. The right-hander needed just 12 pitches (eight of which were strikes) to set down the side in order. Clase has picked up seven saves in nine chances in September and leads the league with 37 saves overall this season.
Sep 20 2022Clase (3-4) allowed two runs (one earned) on two hits and struck out one in one inning, earning the win after blowing a save chance in Tuesday's extra-innings win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase has proven mortal in September, allowing five runs (three earned) across 10 innings, taking two blown saves in eight chances. While he stumbled in the 10th inning Tuesday, the Guardians exploded for five runs in the 11th to put him in position for the win. The 24-year-old still has a sparkling 1.39 ERA, 0.74 WHIP and 66:10 K:BB through 64.2 innings. He's 36-for-40 in save chances.
Sep 16 2022Clase allowed a hit during a scoreless inning and earned a save over the Twins on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase needed just 10 pitches to finish off the 4-3 win despite giving up a two-out single to Jake Cave. The flame-throwing righty has converted five straight saves, tossing 4.1 shutout innings during that span. He's sporting a stellar 1.29 ERA and 64:10 K:BB through 67 appearances this season. Clase is leading all of baseball with 36 saves.
Sep 13 2022Clase earned the save Tuesday against the Angels, striking out two and allowing a hit in the ninth inning of a 3-1 win. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase allowed a two-out infield hit but finished off the game with a three-pitch strikeout to record his 35th save. Six of his 16 pitches were 100 miles per hour or faster. Since the All-Star break, he's converted 16 of 17 save opportunities and has a 1.16 ERA, 0.69 WHIP and 23:4 K:BB in 23.1 innings.
Sep 12 2022Clase struck out one in a perfect inning to earn a save over the Angels on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase fired 12 of 15 pitches for strikes and forced five whiffs to secure his 34th save of the year. He's now converted three straight chances after blowing a save against the Royals on Sep. 7. Clase lowered his season ERA to 1.34 with a 62:10 K:BB through 60.2 frames.
Sep 10 2022Clase allowed two hits in one-third of an inning to earn the save in Saturday's 6-4 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Guardians brought in Bryan Shaw with a 6-0 lead in the ninth inning. That went poorly, with Shaw allowing three runs on four hits and a sacrifice fly. Clase entered the game with one on and two outs and allowed two straight singles for one more run to score before getting Max Kepler on a groundout to end the rally. Despite the shakiness, Clase was able to escape with no runs on his ledger for the second straight outing since his blown save versus the Royals on Wednesday. The 24-year-old owns a 1.36 ERA, 0.74 WHIP and 61:10 K:BB while converting 33 of 36 save chances through 59.2 innings this year. He is now tied with Atlanta's Kenley Jansen for the major-league lead in saves.
Sep 7 2022Clase (2-4) took the loss and a blown save Wednesday versus the Royals, allowing two runs on a hit and three walks over two-thirds of an inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase's blown save was his first since May 9, and the earned runs he gave up were his first since Aug. 6. MJ Melendez accounted for the tying run with an RBI single, and Salvador Perez followed up with a sacrifice fly to walk it off. It's important to keep in mind this was Clase's fourth appearance in the last five days, so some slight fatigue may have played a role in the poor result. Clase has had few hiccups this year, as evidenced by his 1.39 ERA, 0.72 WHIP and 59:10 K:BB through 58.1 innings. He's now 31-for-34 in save chances.
Sep 5 2022Clase allowed an unearned run on two hits in one inning to earn the save in Monday's 6-5 extra-inning win over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase allowed an RBI single to MJ Melendez in the 10th inning, but the Guardians' closer was able to erase the threat with a double play. Clase had limited the damage to two unearned runs over his last 12.1 innings, adding eight saves and a loss in that span. He's converted 25 save chances in a row and now has 31 on the year. He's also posted a tiny 1.09 ERA, 0.66 WHIP and 59:7 K:BB through 57.2 innings.
Aug 28 2022Clase saved Saturday's 4-3 win over the Mariners, tossing a perfect ninth inning. He failed to record a strikeout. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was brought in to pitch the ninth inning of a one-run game and made quick work of the top of Seattle's lineup by sealing the deal with six pitches, all of them going for strikes. The save, his 30th of the season, puts the 24-year-old ahead of Kenley Jansen, Josh Hader and Taylor Rogers for the MLB lead as he's converted 24 consecutive chances dating back to May 14. Clase has posted a 0.87 ERA across 10.1 August innings to improve his ERA and WHIP to 1.17 and 0.65, respectively.
Aug 26 2022Clase (2-3) allowed an unearned run on one hit without recording an out, taking the loss in extra innings versus the Mariners on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase gave up the game-winning hit to Mitch Haniger on the third pitch of the 11th inning. This ended Clase's 7.1-inning scoreless streak, though he hasn't given up an earned run in that span since this misstep came with the initial runner scoring. The right-hander still has a 1.20 ERA with a 0.66 WHIP and 57:6 K:BB through 52.2 innings while racking up 29 saves this year as the unquestioned closer for Cleveland.
Aug 23 2022Clase struck out two in a perfect inning to earn the save in Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase is on a 7.1-inning scoreless streak, having allowed just two hits while striking out 11 in that span. He's converted 23 straight save chances and is now 29-for-31 on the year. The flame-throwing righty has also maintained excellent ratios with a 1.20 ERA, 0.65 WHIP and 57:6 K:BB through 52.2 innings this year as one of the top closers in baseball.
Aug 19 2022Clase allowed one hit in a scoreless inning during Friday's win over the White Sox. He struck out two and picked up a save. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was his usual dominant self Friday, working around a two-out single to slam the door on a 5-2 victory. He's now 28 for 30 in save chances and hasn't blown an opportunity since May 9. In 40 appearances since that blown save, Clase has posted a terrific 44:3 K:BB and 0.69 ERA.
Aug 15 2022Clase earned a save in the first game of Monday's doubleheader against Detroit by pitching a perfect inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase made quick work of the final three batters, needing only eight pitches (seven strikes) to mow down the side in order. He continues to show why he's one of the best closers in the league, having surrendered just one run over his last 15 outings, which includes Monday's appearance.
Aug 10 2022Clase pitched a scoreless ninth inning, allowing one hit while striking out two on his way to a save in Wednesday's 3-2 victory over the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was asked to protect a 3-2 lead in the bottom of the ninth inning, striking out the first two batters he faced before Akil Baddoo singled and advanced to second base on a throwing error. The right-hander was able to escape the frame unscathed though, inducing a game-ending ground out by Riley Greene. The save was his 26th of the year and he is now 26-for-28 in save chances this season. Clase now owns a 1.32 ERA and 0.69 WHIP with 50 strikeouts over 47.2 innings in 50 appearances in 2022.
Aug 9 2022Clase retired the only batter he faced on the way to a save in Tuesday's 5-2 win over the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was called upon with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning after the Tigers scored a run and loaded the bases. He tossed a wild pitch, allowing another run to score, but the right-hander was able to limit the damage to one run and get Akil Baddoo to ground out to end the game. The save was his 25th of the season and Clase has now converted 19 straight save chances.
Aug 7 2022Clase struck out two in a perfect ninth inning to earn the save during Sunday's win over the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase's last two appearances came in non-save situations, but he preserved the Guardians' one-run lead during Sunday's low-scoring matchup to pick up his 24th save of the season. The right-hander gave up a run Saturday against Houston but has still been dominant following the All-Star break, posting a 1.13 ERA in eight innings over his last eight outings.
Jul 31 2022Clase struck out one in a perfect inning to earn the save in Sunday's 5-3 win over the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase finishes July having allowed only one run in 10 innings, which came in a non-save situation. He converted five saves for the month and now has 23 in 25 tries this season. The hard-throwing closer trimmed his ERA to 1.25 and WHIP to 0.69 with his eighth consecutive scoreless frame, and he's added a 45:6 K:BB in 43.1 innings overall.
Jul 30 2022Clase allowed a hit and struck out one in a scoreless inning to earn the save in Friday's 4-1 win over the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Since the start of June, Clase has allowed one earned run, nine hits and two walks in 24 innings, a dominant stretch even by his lofty standards. He's converted 15 saves in that span and is now 22-for-24 in save chances this year. The Guardians' closer owns a 1.28 ERA, 0.71 WHIP and 44:6 K:BB in 42.1 innings overall.
Jul 27 2022Clase pitched a perfect inning and struck out one to earn the save in Wednesday's 7-6 win over the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Josh Naylor's solo home run in the ninth inning gave the Guardians a one-run lead, and Clase was able to protect it. This was his sixth straight scoreless inning, though he's picked up just two saves in that span and only three saves in July. The closer is still one of the best relievers in baseball with a 1.31 ERA, 0.70 WHIP and 43:6 K:BB while converting 21 of 23 save chances through 41.1 innings this year.
Jul 23 2022Clase pitched a perfect ninth inning on the way to a save in the Guardians' 7-4 Game 1 victory over the White Sox in Saturday's doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was called upon to protect a 7-4 advantage in the bottom of the ninth inning in Game 1 on Saturday, retiring all three batters he faced in order on his way to his 20th save of the year. The closer has now converted 14 consecutive save opportunities and he's 20-for-22 overall this season. Clase remains one of the most consistent closers and now owns a 1.37 ERA and 0.74 WHIP with 41 punchouts over 39.1 innings in 41 appearances.
Jul 3 2022Clase walked two batters in a scoreless ninth inning against the Yankees on Sunday. He earned a save and recorded one strikeout. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After issuing a two-out walk to Aaron Judge, Clase was faced with a bases-loaded threat. He then forced Aaron Hicks to ground out to end the 2-0 game. Clase has now gone 20 straight appearances without allowing a run; the flame-throwing righty has converted each of his 12 save opportunities while posting a 23:3 K:BB during that stretch. The 24-year-old is sporting a 1.31 ERA with 37 punchouts through 34.1 innings this season.
Jul 1 2022Clase (2-2) allowed a hit and struck out one to earn the win Thursday versus the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Guardians tied the game at 3-3 in the eighth inning, and Clase was able to keep it that way in the top of the ninth before Andres Gimenez walked it off. It's been an absolutely dominant run for Clase lately -- he's pitched 19 straight scoreless innings, allowing 10 hits and a walk with 22 strikeouts in that span. The closer has a 1.35 ERA, 0.78 WHIP and 36:4 K:BB while converting 18 of 20 save chances in 33.1 innings overall.
Jun 28 2022Clase recorded his 18th save of the season Tuesday in the first game of a doubleheader against the Twins, striking out two in a scoreless ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Cleveland closer fired 10 of 12 pitches for strikes in another dominant performance, with five of his pitches hitting triple digits on the radar gun, but there was still a little drama thanks to a third-strike wild pitch to Nick Gordon and then an Owen Miller error with two outs. Clase hasn't blown a save since May 9, converting 12 straight opportunities and posting a 0.47 ERA, 0.63 WHIP and 24:1 K:BB through 19 innings over that nearly flawless stretch.
Jun 22 2022Clase struck out two in a perfect inning to earn the save in Wednesday's 11-10 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: There were a number of momentum shifts in this contest, but Clase finished it off with a drama-free frame. He needed just eight pitches to pick up his 17th save in 19 chances this year. The closer remains one of the more dominant relievers in the majors with a 1.48 ERA, 0.79 WHIP and 33:4 K:BB through 30.1 innings. He hasn't allowed a run in his last 16 innings.
Jun 19 2022Clase struck out one in a perfect ninth inning to earn the save in Sunday's 5-3 win over the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: June's been kind to the Guardians, and that's allowed Clase to record eight saves in 10 appearances this month. With another strong outing Sunday, he extended his scoreless streak to 14 innings -- he last allowed a run on May 17. The closer owns a dominant 1.59 ERA, 0.85 WHIP and 30:4 K:BB through 28.1 innings overall while converting 15 of 17 save opportunities this season.
Jun 17 2022Clase allowed two hits but did not surrender a run in the ninth inning Thursday to earn the save against Colorado. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was tasked with protecting a two-run lead, and he managed to work around a pair of singles to record his 14th save of the season. He hasn't allowed a run in his last 13 appearances, helping him maintain a 1.65 ERA, 0.88 WHIP and 29:4 K:BB across 27.1 innings on the season.
Jun 15 2022Clase saved Wednesday's 7-5 victory against Colorado, allowing one hit in a scoreless ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase surrendered a leadoff single to Connor Joe but induced a foul out and Brendan Rodgers double play to secure his second save in as many days. The 24-year-old has been on a tear of later with 12 consecutive scoreless appearances to lower his ERA from 3.14 to 1.71 and six saves since June 3.
Jun 12 2022Clase allowed a hit and no walks while striking out two in a scoreless ninth inning to earn the save in Sunday's win over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase pitched in a non-save situation Wednesday against the Rangers, but he was called upon to preserve a three-run lead during Sunday's series finale against Oakland. The right-hander has tossed 10 scoreless innings over his last 10 appearances and has converted all four of his save chances during that time. Clase has posted a 1.85 ERA and 0.86 WHIP in 34.1 innings over 26 appearances in 2022.
Jun 8 2022Clase recorded his 10th save of the season in the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Rangers, striking out two in a perfect ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander is firing on all cylinders to begin June, posting a 6:0 K:BB over four scoreless appearances while converting all three of his save chances. Clase continues to put a shaky start to the campaign behind him and now boasts a 2.01 ERA. 0.85 WHIP and 26:4 K:BB through 22.1 innings.
Jun 5 2022Clase struck out one in a perfect ninth inning to earn the save in Sunday's 3-2 win over the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was highly efficient during Sunday's outing, as he threw nine of his 10 pitches for strikes while retiring the side to preserve the Guardians' one-run lead. The right-hander has now picked up saves in his last two outings after being held without a save over six appearances between May 17 and June 1. Clase has converted nine of his 11 save chances in 2022, and he's posted a 2.11 ERA and 0.89 WHIP in 21.1 innings over 23 appearances this year.
Jun 3 2022Clase struck out two batters in a perfect inning and earned a save over Baltimore on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase threw 10 of 14 pitches for strikes and had no issue finishing off Cleveland's 6-3 victory Friday. The 24-year-old has turned in six straight scoreless outings, lowering his season ERA to 2.21 with a 23:4 K:BB through 22 appearances. Friday's outing gave Clase his first save since May 14 and he's now converted eight of his 10 chances on the year.
May 28 2022Clase allowed two hits and a walk while striking out two in one inning during Saturday's 8-1 win over the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Guardians haven't been on the right side of close results often lately, which has led to Clase pitching just four times in two weeks since his last save (May 14). The closer has given up one run in those four appearances while adding six strikeouts. For the season, he has a solid 2.60 ERA, 1.04 WHIP, 18:4 K:BB, a 1-2 record and seven saves in nine opportunities across 17.1 innings.
May 14 2022Clase earned a save against the Twins on Saturday, allowing an unearned run on one hit while striking out one batter in one inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase entered the contest in the 10th inning with Cleveland up by two runs. He surrendered a one-out single that allowed the designated runner to score but navigated his way to the save. Clase hasn't allowed an earned run in any of his past nine appearances, and he has racked up five saves and a win over that span.
May 9 2022Clase (1-2) allowed an unearned run on one hit and a walk in Monday's win over the White Sox. He pitched one inning and picked up a win despite blowing a save chance. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase coughed up a game-tying run in the bottom of the 10th inning but was credited with a win after Josh Naylor belted a go-ahead shot in the 11th. The 24-year-old righty lowered his ERA to 2.92 through 12.2 frames. Clase had tossed 6.2 scoreless innings since blowing his last save on April 23.
May 8 2022Clase struck out one in a perfect ninth inning to earn the save in Sunday's win over the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was called upon to preserve a one-run lead Sunday, and he needed just nine pitches to record his sixth save of the season. The right-hander has tossed four perfect innings over four appearances since the start of May and has converted all but one of his save chances in 2022. Clase has a 3.18 ERA and 0.88 WHIP in 11.1 innings this year and has operated as the Guardians' clear closer.
May 5 2022Clase didn't allow a baserunner and struck out two in a scoreless ninth inning to earn the save Thursday against the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase entered the game with a one-run lead but made quick work of George Springer, Raimel Tapia and Bo Bichette to record his fifth save of the season. After allowing four earned runs across his first 4.2 innings of the campaign, Clase has now delivered five consecutive scoreless appearances while striking out six and walking none across 4.2 frames.
May 1 2022Clase gave up a hit in a scoreless ninth inning Saturday to record his fourth save of the season in a 3-1 win over the A's. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: An Elvis Andrus double to right field made things a little interesting, but Clase was able to get the job done. Since stumbling out of the gate and being tagged for runs in each of his first two appearances of the season, the right-hander has a 2.84 ERA, 0.95 WHIP and 6:1 K:BB over his last 6.1 innings.
Apr 30 2022Clase saved Friday's 9-8 win against the Athletics, allowing one hit while striking out one in the ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite the clean line, the outing was far from easy for Clase as he surrendered a leadoff double to Kevan Smith and recorded the final two outs with Smith on third base. The hard-throwing 24-year-old has an uncharacteristically high 5.68 ERA through 6.1 innings this season, but a career 1.81 mark and 3.44 SIERA this season suggest better outings are ahead.
Apr 24 2022Clase (0-2) allowed two earned runs on two hits and a walk while striking out one across 0.2 innings to blow the save and take the loss Saturday against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase entered the game with a one-run lead but immediately walked Josh Donaldson. After retiring the next two batters he faced, Clase allowed a double and single to lose the game. Clase has had a bumpy start to the season, as he's now allowed multiple earned runs in two of his six appearances. Despite the struggles, he should continue to see save chances for the Guardians.
Apr 21 2022Clase didn't allow a baserunner across an inning of work to earn the save Thursday against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase earned his second save of the season -- and in as many days -- by retiring the White Sox in order on 10 pitches. After allowing a run in each of his first two appearances of the season, Clase has turned in three consecutive scoreless innings while striking out two and allowing only one hit.
Apr 20 2022Clase did not allow a baserunner in a scoreless ninth inning to record the save in the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was on the mound for the fourth time this season, but he finally got the chance to earn his first save. Though he didn't record a strikeout, the outcome was never in doubt as he needed only eight pitches to retire the White Sox in order. Clase clearly holds the closer role in Cleveland, and he should see plenty of opportunities as the season progresses.
Apr 11 2022Clase coughed up a two-run homer in a non-save situation during Monday's win over the Royals. He walked one batter and struck out another. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase entered a 10-5 game and struggled out of the game. He walked Bobby Witt and then gave up a two-run shot to Andrew Benintendi before retiring the next three batters. Clase has yet to see a save opportunity but he's allowed three hits and three runs (two earned) through two appearances this season.
Apr 10 2022Clase (0-1) allowed an unearned run on two hits without recording an out, taking the extra-inning loss Saturday versus the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase wasn't able to navigate the automatic runner in the 10th inning, allowing back-to-back singles to Hunter Dozier and Adalberto Mondesi. It's a tough result to open the season for Clase, but there's little reason to be worried yet. The right-hander posted a stellar 1.29 ERA and 0.96 WHIP while converting 24 saves in 69.2 innings last season, and he'll continue to get looks in high-leverage spots. It'll take more than one rough outing for his closer status to be in danger.
Apr 2 2022Clase signed a five-year, $20 million contract extension with the Guardians on Saturday, Joel Sherman of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase and the Guardians ramped up extension talks in recent days, and the two sides were able to reach an agreement ahead of the regular season. The right-hander is in line to reprise his role as Cleveland's closer to begin the 2022 campaign after he converted 24 of 29 saves with a 1.29 ERA and 0.96 WHIP in 69.2 innings across 71 relief appearances last year.
Mar 29 2022Clase has struck out three and allowed three hits across three innings in three Cactus League appearances. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase enters the 2022 campaign as the Guardians' top closing option. With James Karinchak (shoulder) sidelined to start the season, it's safe to say Clase will get a week or two at a minimum to take full control of ninth-inning duties. The flamethrowing right-hander was fantastic last year with a 1.29 ERA, 0.96 WHIP and 74:16 K:BB across 69.2 innings. He logged 24 saves, six holds and five blown saves, though he was the obvious closer by the end of the season.
Sep 24 2021Clase (4-5) allowed one unearned run on three hits while striking out one across one inning, getting the win in Game 2 of Thursday's doubleheader against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase allowed three straight singles before Gavin Sheets scored on a throwing error by Yu Chang. He blew Cleveland's lead, but the team walked it off in the bottom of the ninth inning to give Clase the win. It was his first blown save since July 16. The 23-year-old has a 1.35 ERA and 0.99 WHIP with 71 strikeouts in 66.2 innings this season.
Sep 21 2021Clase earned the save Tuesday against the Royals after firing a scoreless inning. He allowed one hit and no walks while striking out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase worked around a one-out double by Michael Taylor in the ninth to slam the door for his 24th save of the year. Since July 25, Clase has converted 13 save opportunities in a row, improving his season stats to a 1.37 ERA and 0.96 WHIP.
Sep 15 2021Clase struck out one in a perfect seventh inning during the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader to record his 23rd save of the season in a 3-1 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander continues to thrive as the main man in the Cleveland bullpen. Since July 25, Clase has converted 12 straight save chances, posting a dazzling 0.40 ERA, 0.49 WHIP and 23:1 K:BB through 22.2 innings over that stretch. With James Karinchak still trying to fix his mechanics at Triple-A, Clase has taken full advantage of his opportunity to cement himself as the unquestioned closer for his club.
Sep 9 2021Clase pitched a clean ninth inning Thursday to earn the save against Minnesota. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 23-year-old was tasked with preserving a 4-1 lead and needed only 11 pitches to retire Jorge Polanco, Josh Donaldson and Max Kepler. It was the 22nd save of the year for Clase, who has been scored on just once in his last 23 appearances dating back to mid-July. He's issued only one walk during that stretch against 22 strikeouts.
Sep 5 2021Clase allowed a hit in 1.1 scoreless innings to earn the save in Sunday's 11-5 win over Boston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The hard-throwing righty entered the contest to get the final out in the eighth inning with Cleveland clinging to a one-run lead. The offense took over with a five-run rally in the ninth, giving Clase plenty of breathing room as he logged his 21st save of the year. His scoreless streak ended at 20.1 innings when he allowed a run to Kansas City on Thursday, but he's still been nearly untouchable in the second half. Overall, Clase owns a 1.51 ERA, 1.02 WHIP and 63:15 K:BB in 59.2 innings.
Sep 3 2021Clase picked up the save Thursday against the Royals after allowing one run on two hits across one inning. He didn't strike out anyone. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase ended a streak of 20 straight scoreless appearances that dated back to July 17, but he still got the job done and clinched his 20th save of the campaign. He's been perfect in all nine of his last save opportunities and has gone 20-for-24 on the year while also posting career-best numbers in both ERA (1.54) and WHIP (1.03) across 60 appearances (58.1 innings).
Aug 29 2021Clase pitched a perfect inning and struck out one to earn the save in Sunday's 7-5 win over Boston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 23-year-old needed only 12 pitches (eight strikes) to protect the two-run lead after Cleveland pulled ahead in the bottom of the eighth inning. Clase stretched his scoreless streak to 19.1 innings, during which he's racked up eight saves, three holds and a 21:1 K:BB while scattering just seven hits. With James Karinchak optioned to Triple-A Columbus on Saturday, Clase should go unchallenged as Cleveland's closer for the remainder of the season.
Aug 22 2021Clase saved Sunday's 3-0 triumph over the Angels, allowing one hit with one strikeout in one inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase completed Cleveland's shutout by firing 11 of 15 pitches for strikes and cruising to an easy save. The 23-year-old is yet to surrender a run in 8.2 August innings while striking out 10 and permitting just four baserunners this month.
Aug 17 2021Clase worked a perfect ninth inning with two strikeouts to pick up his 17th save of the season in Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was his normal overpowering self Tuesday night, with nine of his 15 pitches registering at 100 mph or faster. He struck out Mitch Garver and Miguel Sano before getting Rob Refsnyder to fly out to end the game. The right-hander has not allowed a run in his last 12 appearances and has a K:BB in August of 7:1.
Aug 9 2021Clase allowed a hit and struck out one in a scoreless inning to earn the save in Sunday's 7-5 win over Detroit. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander had no trouble protecting a two-run lead to earn his fifth save in his last six appearances. Clase's scoreless streak is up to 9.1 innings, and he's allowed just four hits while striking out nine in that span. He's up to 16 saves, a 1.75 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 50:14 K:BB across 46.1 innings. Cleveland has often used one of Clase or James Karinchak -- who logged a perfect eighth inning for a hold Sunday -- in the closer role this season.
Aug 7 2021Clase struck out both batters he faced to record his 15th save of the season in a 6-1 win over the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While the final score wasn't particularly close, Blake Parker ran into enough trouble in the ninth inning that the tying run was on deck, creating a save situation for Clase. The right-hander seems to have put his early July struggles behind him, turning in eight straight scoreless appearances with an 8:0 K:BB through 8.1 innings and converting four straight save opportunities.
Aug 2 2021Clase pitched a perfect inning to earn the save in Monday's 5-2 extra-inning win over Toronto. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After a rough patch around the All-Star break, Clase has strung together 7.2 scoreless innings while adding three saves and three holds in those seven appearances. The 23-year-old has had his wild moments at times, but he appears locked in currently. Even better for Clase, James Karinchak pitched the seventh inning Monday -- the latter has struggled recently as well, muddying the waters for closing duties in Cleveland. Clase has a 1.81 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 47:14 K:BB across 44.2 innings while converting 14 of 18 save chances this year.
Jul 31 2021Clase secured his 13th save of the season Saturday against the White Sox, allowing two hits with one strikeout in 1.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase entered the game with one out in the eighth inning with Cleveland on top 12-11, and he recorded the final five outs of the contest. It was just the third time in 45 appearances this season Clase has had to work more than a single inning, but he came through with his sixth consecutive scoreless appearance. The 23-year-old has posted a sparkling 1.85 ERA and 1.19 WHIP in 43.2 innings in 2021 while converting 13 of 17 save opportunities.
Jul 25 2021Clase pitched a perfect inning and struck out one to earn the save in Sunday's 3-2 win over Tampa Bay. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sunday was the fourth straight scoreless inning Clase has pitched after enduring a run of three straight blown saves. The right-hander got the ball in the ninth inning after James Karinchak pitched the eighth. Clase lowered his ERA to 1.98 with a 1.22 WHIP and 44:14 K:BB across 41 innings. He's added 12 saves, six holds and four blown saves in a high-leverage role this year.
Jul 16 2021Clase (3-5) suffered the loss and blown save in Friday's 5-4 loss to Oakland, allowing two hits and two runs in one third of an inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase entered for the ninth protecting a one-run lead and surrendered a leadoff single to Elvis Andrus followed by a Jed Lowrie walk-off home run two batter later for his third straight blown save and third loss in four appearances. The 23-year-old righty has now allowed five runs in his last 3.1 innings though his ERA still sits a 2.19 on the season.
Jul 9 2021Clase allowed a run on two hits and struck out one in one inning, taking a blown save in Friday's 2-1 win over Kansas City. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After seven shutout innings from starter Triston McKenzie, Kansas City got a solo home run from Jorge Soler off Clase in the eighth. It's been a shaky end to the first half for Clase, who has given up seven runs (four earned) in his last five innings while taking two blown saves and two losses. The homer he allowed Friday was the first he's given up all year. The hard-throwing righty has a 1.72 ERA, 1.28 WHIP and 41:14 K:BB across 36.2 innings, but further inconsistency could lead to James Karinchak getting more of the save chances.
Jul 5 2021Clase (3-4) blew a save and took a loss after allowing two runs on three hits and a walk against the Rays on Monday. He failed to record an out. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase allowed three straight singles to open the inning, including an RBI base knock by Wander Franco to tie the game. After intentionally walking Austin Meadows, he forced a groundball by Yandy Diaz but the winning run still came in to score. Clase is now 11-for-13 in save chances this season after his first blown save since April. He owns a 1.51 ERA through 35.2 innings.
Jul 1 2021Clase was charged with three runs (one earned) on three hits in his relief appearance during Wednesday's 7-1 loss to the Tigers in the second game of a doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With Cleveland losing three of its last four games heading into the second game of the twin bill and with the lone victory coming by a big margin, Clase was called upon in a non-save situation in an attempt to stay fresh. The hard-throwing righty wasn't at his best, but he was spared significant damage to his still-sparkling 1.10 ERA after teammate Yu Chang committed an error to lead off the sixth inning. With an 11-for-12 success rate on save chances to go with strong ratios, Clase should continue to remain relevant in the late innings for Cleveland, though he'll occasionally cede saves to co-closer James Karinchak.
Jun 20 2021Clase recorded a perfect inning to earn a hold in Sunday's 2-1 win over Pittsburgh. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The hard-throwing right-hander needed only nine pitches (seven strikes) to preserve a one-run lead in the eighth inning. Clase (11-for-12 in saves) has held a slight edge in closing duties compared to James Karinchak (8-for-9) this season, but both relievers have pitched well in high-leverage roles. Clase has a 0.91 ERA, 1.25 WHIP and 32:13 K:BB across 29.2 innings. He's added three holds and a 3-2 record.
Jun 16 2021Clase didn't allow a baserunner and struck out one to earn the save Wednesday against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: James Karinchak worked in the eighth inning with a one-run lead, leaving the save chance for Clase. Despite the high-leverage spot, Clase needed only 12 pitches to retire the side without allowing a baserunner to record his 11th save of the season. Since May 21, Clase has earned four saves while Karinchak has recorded two. He's also maintained an excellent 0.94 ERA with 32 strikeouts across 28.2 frames on the campaign.
Jun 15 2021Clase struck out two in a perfect ninth inning Monday to record his 10th save of the season in a 4-3 win over the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander continues to dominate as Cleveland's 1A closer alongside 1B option James Karinchak -- Clase has 10 saves in 11 chances plus two holds on the season, while Karinchak is 7-for-8 in save opportunities with six holds. Over his last 12 appearances, Clase has a 0.73 ERA and 15 strikeouts in 12.1 innings, and his ability to limit hard contact has allowed him to avoid much damage from his 10 walks during that stretch.
Jun 1 2021Clase allowed a hit but struck out three in Game 2 of Monday's doubleheader against the White Sox, earning his ninth save of the year in the process. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase allowed a leadoff single to Jake Lamb but then struck out Leury Garcia, Billy Hamilton and Nick Madrigal to end the game. The 24-year-old now owns a 1.14 ERA and 24:12 K:BB over 23.2 innings this season.
May 30 2021Clase (3-2) won Game 2 of Sunday's doubleheader, pitching the seventh inning and allowing one run on one hit and one walk in a 6-5 win over the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase entered a 4-4 tie in the seventh and allowed Jonathan Davis to reach base and eventually score but was bailed out when Cleveland scored two in the bottom of the inning for a walk-off win. There's a chance Clase was a bit rusty as he hadn't pitched in nearly a week but the run allowed was only his third permitted this year in 22.2 innings for a dazzling 1.19 ERA.
May 25 2021Clase gave up a hit and two walks while striking out one over a scoreless ninth inning Monday to record his eighth save of the season in a 6-5 win over the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: One of the free passes was intentional, but Clase still had one of his shakier appearances of the season even though he eventually emerged unscathed. The right-hander has been battling his control for a couple weeks, posting a 5:8 K:BB over his last 6.1 innings despite a 0.00 ERA, and as a result, James Karinchak has gotten two saves to Clase's one over that stretch. The duo will likely continue mixing and matching in the ninth inning unless one of them completely falls apart.
May 20 2021Clase allowed one hit but pitched a scoreless eighth and secured his second hold of the year in a 3-2 win over the Angels on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was brought in for the hold in the eighth with manager Terry Francona opting to go with James Karinchak in the ninth for a second straight game. The 23-year-old Clase still leads the team with seven saves on the year but Karinchak's recent usage in the closer role suggests Francona may be leaning towards a timeshare. Clase is in the midst of an excellent season, as he owns a 0.95 ERA and a 19:9 K:BB over 19 innings.
May 14 2021Clase walked three batters and struck out none in two-thirds of an inning in Thursday's 4-2 win over Seattle. He earned a hold. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase has been Cleveland's primary closer this year, but he's occasionally struggled with command. That was evident Thursday, as only six of his 18 pitches went for strikes. All three of his walks came with two outs before Bryan Shaw retired Luis Torrens with a strikeout to close out the game. Clase has a 1.06 ERA, 1.47 WHIP and 17:7 K:BB across 17 innings. He's also gone 7-for-8 in save chances, but James Karinchak could begin to chip away at Clase's closing duties should the latter falter.
May 11 2021Clase had one strikeout and surrendered two singles during a scoreless ninth inning to earn the save during Tuesday's 3-2 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 23-year-old allowed a pair of one-out singles to put the go-ahead run on first base for Chicago, but he induced a game-ending double play to get out of the jam. Clase is 7-for-8 in save opportunities with a 1.17 ERA, 1.30 WHIP and 16:3 K:BB through 15.1 innings and should continue operating as Cleveland's primary closer, while James Karinchak (three saves) nabs occasional save chances.
May 7 2021Clase (2-2) allowed three runs (two earned) on three hits and failed to record an out, taking the loss Friday versus Cincinnati. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase committed a throwing error that led to Cincinnati's first run, and his balk led to a second run. Mike Moustakas added an RBI single before Phil Maton relieved Clase and finished the inning. The 23-year-old Clase hadn't given up an earned run in 14.1 innings entering Friday, but he had allowed three unearned runs. The right-hander now has a 1.26 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 15:3 K:BB in 16 outings. He's gone 6-for-7 in save chances and is unlikely to lose his grip on the closer role after one bad outing.
May 3 2021Clase gave up a hit and struck out one in a scoreless ninth inning Monday to record his sixth save of the season in an 8-6 win over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 23-year-old kept his ERA at a pristine 0.00 with another strong outing. Clase does have one blown save on his ledger, but he's otherwise been sharp in his high-leverage role, posting a 14:3 K:BB through 13.1 innings.
Apr 30 2021Clase yielded a hit during a scoreless ninth inning to earn a save over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After giving up a leadoff single to Luis Robert, Clase forced three groundouts to secure the 5-3 win for Cleveland. The flamethrowing right-hander is now 5-for-6 in save chances with a perfect 0.00 ERA through 11.1 innings this season.
Apr 26 2021Clase (2-1) pitched a perfect 10th inning with one strikeout to earn the extra-inning win over the Twins on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was efficient, needing 11 pitches to retire the side. In the bottom of the 10th, Jordan Luplow's walkoff two-run home run secured the win and made Clase the pitcher of record. The hard-throwing right-hander has allowed three unearned runs in 10.1 innings this season. He has a 0.97 WHIP and 12:3 K:BB with four saves and a blown save across 11 outings.
Apr 18 2021Clase allowed one hit and no walks while striking out three in a scoreless ninth inning to earn the save against the Reds on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was charged with a blown save Saturday, but he preserved Cleveland's three-run lead to pick up his fourth save of the year Sunday. The right-hander had allowed an unearned run in each of his last three appearances but has yet to give up an earned run in 2021. Clase carries a 1.23 WHIP and 10:2 K:BB in 7.1 innings through his first eight outings of the season.
Apr 17 2021Clase was charged with a blown save against the Reds on Saturday. He pitched one inning and gave up an unearned run on three hits without collecting any walks or strikeouts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase could have gotten out of the inning without allowing a baserunner, but a two-out error by first baseman Josh Naylor was followed by three straight Reds singles to tie the score. It was a tough-luck first blown save for the right-hander, who still hasn't given up an earned run this season. He's allowed an unearned run in each of his past three save opportunities, however, and it remains to be seen if he'll be able to hold off fellow fireballer James Karinchak for the ninth-inning role.
Apr 15 2021Clase recorded his third save of the season Thursday against the White Sox. He gave up one run on one hit while striking out one during the lone inning he pitched. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase started the season on a dominant note with three perfect outings, but now he has allowed baserunners in each of his last three appearances while giving up runs in his last two. He is still 3-for-3 in save opportunities, but he seems to be trending in the wrong direction after a sizzling beginning to the campaign.
Apr 12 2021Clase (1-1) was charged with the loss Monday after allowing one unearned run on one hit and one walk in one-third of an inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: First baseman Yu Chang fielded what looked like a potential double-play ball and hit the runner at second base with the throw, allowing the winning run to score for the White Sox. Clase created the traffic on the basepaths with an infield hit allowed and a free pass, but the fireballing righty has separated himself with his performance early and this shouldn't affect his standing in the bullpen hierarchy.
Apr 11 2021Clase notched his second save of the season Sunday against the Tigers. He allowed one hit and one walk while fanning one during his lone inning of work. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase recorded two saves during the weekend series against the Tigers and has yet to allow a run this season, though this was the first time he allowed baserunners in four outings. The right-hander didn't rattle despite having runners in first and second with one out, and he closed things out with a double play after inducing Nomar Mazara to ground out. Clase has gone 2-for-2 in save opportunities this season and has started the year on a dominant note.
Apr 9 2021Clase struck out two in a perfect ninth inning Friday to pick up his first save of the season in a 4-1 win over the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander simply overpowered the heart of Detroit's order, tossing 11 of 14 pitches for strikes and fanning Jeimer Candelario and Nomar Mazara. Clase has a 0.00 ERA and 5:0 K:BB through his first three appearances (three innings) of 2021, and while Cleveland has deployed a committee in the ninth inning so far, Clase has done nothing to remove himself from the high-leverage mix.
Apr 7 2021Clase (1-0) earned the win while pitching a scoreless inning with two strikeouts Wednesday against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase pitched the eighth inning and looked absolutely dominant, tossing 10 of his 15 pitches for strikes and fanning two of the three batters he faced -- none other than Salvador Perez and Jorge Soler. Clase has recorded two scoreless outings to begin the season.
Mar 29 2021Cleveland will use a committee of Clase, James Karinchak and Nick Wittgren for save chances this season, manager Terry Francona told MLB.com. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase had a 4.32 ERA this spring with 11 strikeouts and no walks in 8.1 innings. Karinchak entered spring as the leading candidate for the closer role, but struggled with a 6.52 ERA and ten walks in 9.2 innings. Wittgren looked sharp with a 1.08 ERA and nine strikeouts in 8.1 innings. It sounds like the closer situation could be in flux early in the season.
Mar 13 2021Cleveland is looking at Clase as an impact reliever who could pitch in the late innings this season, Terry Pluto of Cleveland.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pluto speculates that Clase, whose cutter has touched 99 mph this spring, could work in the seventh and eighth innings this season. Clase's goal is to be the team's closer, per Zack Meisel of The Athletic. Manager Terry Francona has already suggested that James Karinchak could be used to get outs at the highest-leverage moments of the game, even if that happens prior to the ninth inning, so it could be any of Clase, Nick Wittgren, Phil Maton or Blake Parker who ends up with the save in those instances.
Oct 1 2020Clase (suspension) was reinstated from the restricted list Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was handed an 80-game suspension in May after testing positive for the PED Boldenone. The suspension was revised to cover the entirety of the 60-game season, and he'll be available for spring training and the 2021 season after completing his sentence. The 22-year-old figures to slot into a fairly high-leverage role with Cleveland next season after recording one save and four holds while posting a 2.31 ERA and 1.11 WHIP over 23.1 innings with the Rangers in 2019.
Jun 25 2020Clase's suspension will be completed if MLB plays an entire 60-game season in 2020, Paul Hoynes of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase was initially slated to serve an 80-game suspension after testing positive for the PED Boldenone, but the suspension won't carry over to 2021 if the league plays their entire 60-game regular season. If the season gets interrupted, negotiations would likely need to reopen in order to determine a timetable for the suspension.
May 1 2020Clase (lat) has been suspended for 80 games after testing positive for the PED Boldenone, Anthony Castrovince of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The key returning piece in the Indians' trade of Corey Kluber to the Rangers in December, Clase was expected to work in a high-leverage role out of the bullpen. With there being no way of predicting yet how long the 2020 season might be, the 80-game suspension figures to prevent him from taking the field for a large chunk of the shortened campaign, but he could potentially return for the stretch run. He's also still rehabbing from a lat injury, but that issue should be long cleared up by the time he's served his suspension.
Apr 16 2020Clase (back) is progressing well in his recovery, according to manager Terry Francona, Tom Withers of the Associated Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He is already throwing in the Dominican Republic, according to Zack Meisel of The Athletic. It was reported Feb. 27 that he would be out for 2-to-3 months, so we are nearing the lower bound of that estimate. The Indians will likely proceed cautiously with Clase in his return to game action, but it's feasible that he could be available when play resumes.
Feb 27 2020The Indians announced Thursday that Clase's MRI revealed a moderate strain of the teres major muscle in his upper back, Mandy Bell of MLB.com reports. The reliever is expected to miss 8-to-12 weeks of activity. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Cleveland intends to evaluate Clase weekly before pinpointing a more precise timetable for his return, but the 21-year-old won't be ready to even start a throwing program until May at the earliest while he remains shut down from activity. It's a disappointing development for Clase, the main prize Cleveland took back in the offseason trade that sent Corey Kluber to the Rangers. The hard-throwing righty was expected to vie for a key setup role for the Tribe in 2020, but the injury now makes it tough to justify drafting him even in AL-only leagues that count holds as a category. With Clase on the shelf, James Karinchak seemingly profiles as the clear top handcuff to closer Brad Hand.
Feb 26 2020Clase is awaiting the results of an MRI after experiencing some lat discomfort after throwing Monday, Jesse Sanchez of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Part of the return in the Corey Kluber trade over the winter, Clase appears poised to fill an important role near the back of Cleveland's bullpen, though whether or not he's able to do that depends on the result of his MRI. He burst onto the scene with a 99 mph fastball as a 21-year-old last season, recording a 2.31 ERA and a 1.11 WHIP in 23.1 innings of work.
Feb 24 2020Clase is working through some lat discomfort, Zack Meisel of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The issue appears to be a minor one, with manager Terry Francona saying that the 21-year-old would pitch through the problem if it occurred during the regular season. Clase has only 23.1 big-league innings under his belt, but his 2.31 ERA in those innings and his 99 mph heat (backed up by a 90.5 mph slider) have him projecting as one of the top alternatives to close in Cleveland should Brad Hand struggle or get injured.
Dec 15 2019Clase and Delino DeShields are being traded Sunday from the Rangers to the Indians in exchange for Corey Kluber (oblique), Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Clase made his way to the majors in early August and pitched well during his first taste of the majors, posting a 2.31 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 21:6 K:BB over 23.1 innings with four holds and one save. The 21-year-old averages over 99 mph with both his four-seam fastball and cutter, with a 90.5 mph slider as a complement. The right-hander could immediately slide into a high-leverage bullpen role in front of closer Brad Hand for the Indians.
Aug 31 2019Clase gave up a hit and struck out one in a scoreless ninth inning Friday to record his first career save in a 6-3 win over the Mariners.
Aug 28 2019Clase will serve as the Rangers' opening pitcher Wednesday against the Angels.
Aug 8 2019Clase logged a perfect eighth inning Wednesday against the Indians.