Ryan Brasier
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May 29 2025Brasier worked around a hit to log a scoreless inning and earn a hold in a 2-1 win against Colorado on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After starter Matthew Boyd allowed only an unearned run across six strong innings, Brasier worked a clean seventh to pick up his first hold of the season. The veteran righty has rattled off four straight scoreless appearances since returning from the injured list Friday, and he has a stellar 2.08 ERA for the year, albeit in only 4.1 innings due to the time he missed with a strained left groin. Brasier could take on more high-leverage work moving forward if he stays healthy and continues to pitch well.
May 23 2025The Cubs reinstated Brasier (groin) from the 15-day injured list Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier had been on the shelf since March 27 due to a strained left groin, but he's been cleared to rejoin the Cubs after a lengthy rehab assignment at Triple-A Iowa. In six appearances with Iowa, Brasier logged a 3.18 ERA and a 6:1 K:BB across 5.2 innings. Ethan Roberts was optioned to Iowa in a corresponding move.
May 7 2025Brasier (groin) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Iowa on Wednesday, Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier made an appearance March 18 in the Cubs' season-opening series in Japan versus the Dodgers, but he landed on the shelf prior to the team's domestic opener due to a left groin strain. After missing more than a month of action, Brasier is ready to pitch in games again, but he'll likely require a handful of rehab appearances before rejoining the big-league bullpen.
Apr 11 2025Brasier (groin) threw a bullpen session Friday, Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Friday appears to be the first time Brasier has thrown off a mound since he landed on the injured list at the end of March with a groin strain. The Cubs will likely look to get the 37-year-old righty a few reps against live hitters before activating him, but he could be nearing the end of his stay on the IL.
Mar 27 2025The Cubs placed Brasier on the 15-day injured list Tuesday due to a hip injury. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier's move to the IL comes after he was lit up in his final Cactus League appearance Monday, when he retired just one batter and served up four earned runs on four hits, including three home runs. Prior to that, Brasier had delivered four perfect innings in spring training to earn a spot on the Cubs' Opening Day roster for its two-game series in Tokyo versus the Dodgers. As a result of the hip issue, Brasier won't be available to return from the IL until April 9. The 37-year-old previously missed around two and a half months during the 2024 season due to a calf injury.
Mar 25 2025Brasier allowed four runs on four hits while retiring just one batter in Monday's Cactus League game against Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was a nightmarish outing for Brasier, who allowed three home runs among the five batters he faced. The veteran righty now has an 8.31 ERA this spring, and while his spot in Chicago's bullpen should still be secure, it's not the most promising start to his tenure with the team. Brasier figures to get an opportunity to right the ship once the regular season begins and work in a setup role ahead of Ryan Pressly and Porter Hodge, though he could be supplanted by other relievers if his struggles continue.
Feb 4 2025The Dodgers traded Brasier to the Cubs on Tuesday in exchange for a player to be named later or cash, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers will also send cash to Chicago to help pay some of the $4.5 million Brasier is owed in 2025. The veteran reliever was designated for assignment by Los Angeles on Thursday to make room for Kirby Yates. However, he has a good chance to handle high-leverage innings with his new squad after posting a 1.89 ERA and 0.82 WHIP over 66.2 frames during his time with the Dodgers.
Jan 30 2025Brasier was designated for assignment by the Dodgers on Thursday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers made their signing of Kirby Yates official, with Brasier losing his spot on the roster as a result. Brasier had a strong 3.54 ERA and 0.96 WHIP with a 25:5 K:BB across 28 innings in 2024, so it's likely he'll land elsewhere either via a waiver claim or trade.
Oct 14 2024Brasier will be the Dodgers' opening pitcher Monday in Game 2 of the NLCS against the Mets, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier also served as an opener in Game 4 of the NLDS versus the Padres, tossing 1.1 scoreless innings. Landon Knack is in line for bulk relief on Tuesday against the Mets.
Oct 9 2024Brasier will serve as the Dodgers' opening pitcher for Wednesday's matchup with the Padres in Game 4 of the NLDS, Jeff Sanders of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier drew four opening assignments in the regular season, during which he allowed one run over four total innings. He'll likely be entrusted with just one or two innings before the Dodgers turn the game over to the bullpen.
Sep 27 2024Brasier will start Friday's game against the Rockies, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers will be relying on their bullpen to get them through Friday's series opener, and they'll entrust Brasier with at least the first three batters. The 37-year-old owns a 3.33 ERA and 0.93 WHIP through 27 frames on the year, though his outing Friday will almost certainly be brief, as only two of his 28 appearances have lasted more than one inning.
Sep 20 2024Brasier will serve as the Dodgers' opening pitcher for Friday's game against the Rockies in Los Angeles, SportsNet LA reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier will pick up his third start of the season, but like the previous two occasions, he'll presumably work just one inning before turning the game over to the bullpen. The Dodgers recalled right-hander Ben Casparius from Triple-A Oklahoma City on Friday and could look to him to work in bulk relief behind Brasier.
Aug 18 2024Brasier pitched 1.1 perfect innings out of the bullpen in Saturday's loss to the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier took over for starter Bobby Miller with a runner on third base and two outs in the fifth inning and retired Nolan Arenado to end the threat. Brasier then returned to the mound in the sixth and needed just five pitches to set the side down in order. This was the righty reliever's first major-league game action since April 27. He appears to be past the calf injury that necessitated a stay on the 60-day IL.
Aug 17 2024Brasier (calf) was activated from the 60-day injured list Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He hasn't pitched for the Dodgers since April 27 but did not allow a run while striking out 12 and walking one in eight innings during his rehab at Triple-A. Brasier should pitch in mid-leverage situations down the stretch.
Aug 15 2024Brasier (calf) is likely to be activated from the 60-day injured list Saturday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier last pitched for the Dodgers on April 27, and he was placed on the IL two days later due to a right calf strain. He's looked great since beginning a minor-league rehab assignment in late July, pitching eight scoreless innings and posting a 12:1 K:BB over eight appearances. Brasier may be held to lower-leverage situations upon his return to the majors in order to shake off any rust, but he could rise up the bullpen pecking order if he fares well.
Aug 13 2024Brasier (calf) has made seven appearances in his minor-league rehab assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City, tallying 6.2 scoreless innings during which he's given up four hits and posted a 10:0 K:BB. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier pitched on back-to-back days for the first time during his rehab stint last week and is so far cruising through the minor-league assignment. The righty reliever last pitched for the big-league Dodgers on April 27, which explains why he's logged so many appearances in the minors. Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports that Brasier is expected to rejoin Los Angeles' bullpen sometime during the team's three-game series in St. Louis that begins Friday.
Jul 22 2024Brasier (calf) will throw to hitters Tuesday and will begin his rehab program with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Saturday, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier landed on the injured list April 29 due to a right calf strain, and he was transferred to the 60-day IL on June 13. He appeared in 12 games prior to his injury, posting a 4.63 ERA and 1.11 WHIP across 11.2 frames. Given how long he's been out of action, Brasier will likely need multiple rehab outings before joining the Dodgers' rotation.
Jun 13 2024Brasier (calf) was transferred to the 60-day injured list Thursday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier strained his right calf April 29 and has resumed playing catch. He'll officially be out until the end of June with this move, though it's not clear that he'll be activated when first eligible.
Jun 2 2024Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Friday that Brasier (calf) remains "a ways out" from returning to action, per MLB.com. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier landed on the IL with a strained right calf in late April. A subsequent MRI revealed that the injury is mild, and the righty reliever has resumed playing catch. However, Roberts' comments indicate that Brasier isn't yet nearing a return. He'll likely need a minor-league rehab stint before rejoining Los Angeles' bullpen.
Apr 29 2024Brasier was placed on the 15-day injured list Monday due to a right calf strain, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier suffered the injury warming up before Monday's contest, and he'll undergo an MRI on Tuesday, per Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. Gus Varland was recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City in a corresponding move.
Apr 2 2024Brasier is starting Tuesday's game against the Giants, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Timesreports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander has given up one run with three strikeouts over three innings this season, and he will make the second start of his career Tuesday as he serves as Los Angeles' opener. Ryan Yarbrough is expected to serve as the primary pitcher behind Brasier, though Michael Grove could also be in the mix.
Feb 5 2024Brasier signed a two-year, $9 million contract with the Dodgers on Monday, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The deal could max out at $13 million if incentives are reached. Brasier was released by the Red Sox last May following a dreadful start but thrived after being picked up by the Dodgers off the scrap heap, posting a 0.70 ERA and 38:10 K:BB over his final 38.2 frames. The 36-year-old will attempt to pick up where he left off in 2024.
Sep 9 2023Brasier earned a hold against the Nationals on Friday, striking out one batter in a perfect inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier entered in the eighth inning to serve as the bridge to closer Evan Phillips and retired the side in order on 14 pitches. His late-frame deployment suggests manager Dave Roberts' growing trust in him -- since Aug. 12, Brasier has collected five holds in nine scoreless appearances. Brasier struggled with the Red Sox early this season but has been lights-out since joining the Dodgers in June, posting a 0.86 ERA, 0.64 WHIP and 29:7 K:BB over 31.1 innings while picking up seven holds, two wins and one save.
Jul 17 2023Brasier walked one batter in a scoreless inning and earned a save against Baltimore on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier forced a double play after walking the leadoff batter and finished off the 6-4 win. Since being recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City in June, he's allowed just two earned runs over 12.1 innings, lowering his season ERA to 5.13 through 31 MLB appearances. Neither Evan Phillips or Brusdar Graterol appeared in Monday's win.
Jun 20 2023The Dodgers selected Brasier's contract from Triple-A Oklahoma City, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Braiser was released by the Red Sox in May after accumulating a 7.29 ERA and 1.57 WHIP through 21 innings. He signed a minor-league deal with the Dodgers on June 5 and has thrown three scoreless innings with five strikeouts in Triple-A since then, earning himself another shot in the bigs. Given his subpar track record in the majors as of late, Braiser will likely be limited to low-leverage outings while in Los Angeles.
Jun 5 2023Brasier said Monday that he has agreed to a minor-league contract with the Dodgers, Rob Bradford of WEEI.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After being designated for assignment by Boston on May 14 and later released, Brasier had been on the open market for about two weeks before linking up with the Dodgers. The 35-year-old right-hander will likely report to Triple-A Oklahoma City with his new organization, hoping to eventually earn a promotion to Los Angeles at some point later this summer. He turned in a 7.29 ERA and 1.57 WHIP over his 20 relief appearances with Boston this season prior to being cut loose.
May 21 2023Brasier was released by the Red Sox on Sunday, Christopher Smith of The Springfield Republican reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After he was designated for assignment May 14, Brasier is now a free agent following Sunday's transaction. The right-hander has struggled to a bloated 7.29 ERA and 1.57 WHIP with 18 strikeouts over 21 innings in 20 appearances with Boston this season. Brasier will likely get another opportunity in the near future considering his experience at the professional level, though he carries little fantasy value.
May 14 2023Brasier was designated for assignment by the Red Sox after Sunday's game, Christopher Smith of The Springfield Republican reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's likely that Brasier is being removed from the active and 40-man rosters in order to make room for Joely Rodriguez (oblique), with Rodriguez expected to come off the injured list before Monday's game against Seattle. Brasier struggled mightily in his 20 appearances with the Red Sox in 2023 with a 7.29 ERA and 1.57 WHIP over 21 innings of work. If he goes unclaimed, Brasier will have to decide if he'll accept an assignment to Triple-A Worcester or elect free agency.
Apr 30 2023Brasier allowed three runs on one hit and two walks while striking out one over two-thirds of an inning in Saturday's 8-7 extra-inning win over Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier was the most egregious part of a bullpen meltdown and has allowed multiple runs in five of 14 appearances. He survived an offseason bullpen purge, largely because he was a strike thrower, but the right-hander has walked eight in 14 innings and sports an 8.36 ERA. With news that Kenley Jansen (back) is unavailable Sunday, Brasier, who saved a game earlier in April when Jansen was unavailable, could be in line for another opportunity to close.
Jan 13 2023Brasier signed a one-year, $2 million contract with the Red Sox on Friday, avoiding arbitration, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 2022 saw Brasier record a career-worst 5.78 ERA through 62.1 innings, though his 4.92 K/BB ratio was one of the better marks across the majors. Still, the 35-year-old reliever has a tendency to get hit around more often than not, and holds almost no fantasy value beyond the deepest of leagues.
Aug 14 2022Brasier allowed zero runs on zero hits and zero walks while striking out zero over one inning Sunday against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier needed just 13 pitches to set down the Yankees in order in the eight inning and secure his eighth hold of the season Sunday. The veteran reliever has not been sharp most of the season as he now has a 5.20 ERA and 1.31 WHIP over 45 innings, but he has just three blown saves in 48 appearances and has not allowed a run in six out of his last seven outings. He is a long shot for saves the rest of the season but may lock down a few more holds.
Jul 16 2022Brasier struck out two in a perfect 11th inning Friday to record his first save of the season in a 5-4 win over the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: John Schreiber, Garrett Whitlock and Tanner Houck -- who blew the save in the ninth but stayed in to pitch a scoreless 10th -- had all seen action already by the time Boston retook the lead in the top of the 11th, leaving Brasier to handle the save opportunity. Given the 34-year-old's 5.40 ERA through six appearances in July, Brasier isn't likely to see consistent high-leverage work after the All-Star break despite getting the job done Friday.
May 28 2022Brasier was recalled from Triple-A Worcester on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier struggled with the Red Sox over the first month and a half of the season, posting a 6.28 ERA and 1.47 WHIP in 14.1 innings over 18 relief appearances. The right-hander was sent down last week but tossed two scoreless innings in Worcester following his demotion. He'll now rejoin Boston's bullpen after Hansel Robles (back) was placed on the 15-day injured list Saturday.
May 19 2022Brasier was optioned to Triple-A Worcester on Thursday, Julian McWilliams of The Boston Globe reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier was optioned to make room on the roster for Michael Wacha (side), who will start Friday's game against Seattle. Brasier began the season effectively, but he has allowed seven earned runs across his last 3.1 innings.
May 16 2022Brasier (0-2) was tagged with Sunday's loss, allowing four runs on three hits and one walk while striking out three over one inning against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier was victimized by Adolis Garcia and Kole Calhoun, who back-to-back home runs off the righty reliever. He's pitched well out of the bullpen until this last week. Brasier's 2.45 ERA blew up 6.57 after giving up six runs on three home runs in his last two appearances. Brasier's allowed four jacks over 12.1 innings (2.9 HR/9).
Apr 12 2022Brasier allowed one run on two hits over one-third of an inning in Monday's 3-1 loss to the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier didn't get tagged with the loss -- that went to Austin Davis -- but he gave up the game-deciding, two-run home run to Javier Baez. The Red Sox have had nothing but tight games thus far, and Brasier has worked three high-leverage situations, all in which he inherited runners. The Baez homer was the first run that's been charged to him, but the reliever has allowed three of six inherited runners to cross the plate. While the Red Sox work without a closer, Brasier is seen as a key piece that could pick up saves.
Nov 30 2021Brasier signed a one-year, $1.4 million contract with Boston on Tuesday, avoiding arbitration, Robert Murray of FanSided.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier missed most of the 2021 season, missing time first with a calf strain and then with a concussion. He returned to post a 1.50 ERA in 12 innings of relief late in the year, dropping his career ERA to 3.39 over parts of five seasons.
Sep 21 2021Brasier was recalled from Triple-A Worcester on Tuesday, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier was sent back to Worcester on Friday, but now he'll rejoin the big club with Garrett Whitlock (pectoral) being placed on the 10-day IL. The right-hander made his season debut in early September after several injuries sidelined him for the first five months of the campaign. He'll resume his big-league season with a 4.15 ERA and 2.54 WHIP through 4.1 innings.
Sep 17 2021Brasier was optioned to Triple-A Worcester on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier made five appearances since being activated in early September, allowing five runs (two earned) on nine hits and two walks across 4.1 innings. He'll head to Worcester with Matt Barnes (illness) returning from the COVID-19 injured list, but he should be a candidate to return to the big-leagues if Boston suffers an injury to its bullpen.
Sep 4 2021Brasier allowed one run on two hits and a walk over two-thirds of an inning in Friday's 8-5 win over Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This was Brasier's first appearance of the season after a litany of setbacks since the offseason. He suffered a broken pinkie finger during the offseason, then a left calf strain in spring training, followed by a concussion in June. His reinstatement comes at a perfect time, as Boston has four relievers in COVID-19 protocols. He's been a key piece in the Red Sox's bullpen the previous three seasons.
Sep 1 2021Brasier (concussion) was activated from the 60-day injured list Wednesday, Julian McWilliams of The Boston Globe reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier suffered a calf strain in spring training and sustained a concussion when struck in the head by a line drive while rehabbing, but he's now poised to make his first outing of the season for the Red Sox. The 34-year-old has been a significant bullpen piece for Boston over the past few years and could provide a boost for the final month of the season.
Aug 30 2021Brasier (concussion) joined the Red Sox in Tampa Bay on Monday for the start of their four-game series with the Rays and could be activated from the 60-day injured list in the coming days, Chad Jennings of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A key reliever for Boston each of the past three seasons, Brasier hasn't debuted for the big club in 2021 after he was slowed by a significant calf strain in spring training before suffering a concussion when he was struck by a line drive in a simulated game in early June. He was cleared to begin a rehab assignment Aug. 10, and over his last four appearances between Triple-A Worcester and Double-A Portland, he tossed four shutout innings while allowing just one baserunner. Whenever the Red Sox add him back to the active roster, expect Brasier to work in a low-leverage role initially.
Aug 11 2021Brasier (concussion) allowed a walk over a scoreless relief inning for Triple-A Worcester on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This was Brasier's first game action in nearly a year, and the results were encouraging given the erratic performance of Boston's bullpen of late. He walked the first batter he faced before inducing two groundouts, including an inning-ending double play. It's not hard to envision Brasier pitching late in games or giving an occasional breather to closer Matt Barnes, who has suffered three losses in his last four appearances and has a 7.88 ERA in 10 outings since the All-Star break.
Aug 10 2021Brasier (concussion) will begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Worcester on Tuesday, Rob Bradford of WEEI.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier's scheduled relief appearance will mark his first of any kind in affiliated ball this season, as he suffered a calf injury late in spring training that kept him on the shelf for the first two months of the campaign. The 33-year-old initially appeared to be trending toward a mid-June return to the Boston bullpen, only to sustain a concussion when he took a line drive to the head in a simulated game. He's since cleared MLB's concussion protocol, but Brasier will likely require several tune-up outings in the minors before Boston activates him from the 60-day injured list.
Aug 7 2021Brasier (concussion) threw live batting practice Saturday, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier has been out for over two months after taking a comebacker to the head. Previous reports indicated he'd throw one more live batting practice session before embarking on a rehab assignment, so news of such a move should be coming soon.
Aug 5 2021Brasier (concussion) is expected to throw one more live batting practice before starting a rehab assignment, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The righty threw a successful live BP session Wednesday. Triple-A Worcester's pitching coach Paul Abbott said Brasier wasn't flinching or hesitating at opposing hitters' swings. Brasier suffered the concussion when he took a comebacker to the head and was hospitalized June 4. Once he begins his rehab, the 32-year-old figures to require at least a couple of appearances before being ready for activation.
Jul 28 2021Brasier (concussion) is scheduled to face hitters in live batting practice Sunday at Triple-A Worcester, Rob Bradford of WEEI.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier has been on the injured list all season with a calf strain and, most recently, a concussion, but he finally looks to be honing in on his 2021 debut. If he checks out fine in the live BP session, Brasier should be able to pitch in some simulated games next week before graduating to minor-league rehab games. Boston is optimistic the right-handed reliever will be ready to return from the 60-day IL around mid-August.
Jul 25 2021Brasier (concussion) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Monday, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier completed a successful bullpen session Friday and will continue his throwing program Monday. The right-hander landed in the concussion protocol in early June after being struck by a line drive, but he appears to be closing in on a rehab assignment.
Jul 21 2021Brasier (concussion) has been cleared to increase baseball activities, Bill Koch of The Providence Journal reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier had been dealing with restrictions from the concussion protocol since early June, but he was able to resume some baseball activities in late June. Although the right-hander doesn't yet have a timetable to return to game action, his clearance to increase his workload represents a clear step forward in his recovery process.
Jul 7 2021Pitching coach Dave Bush said Wednesday that Brasier has still not cleared concussion protocols after being hit in the head June 4, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier resumed baseball activities in late June, but per Bush, he's yet to throw off a mound as he continues to be monitored for his concussion. It sounds like he'll be limited to ground work until he's officially out of the concussion protocol, which means he's likely multiple weeks to a month from being able to return to the Boston bullpen.
Jun 26 2021Brasier (concussion) was cleared to play catch and resume baseball activities Saturday, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier has been on the injured list since late March due to a calf strain, but he was shut down in early June and diagnosed with a concussion after he was hit in the side of the head by a line drive during a simulated game. The right-hander had been nearing his return to Boston's bullpen prior to his three-week shutdown, but it's not yet clear when he'll be able to return to game action at this point.
Jun 25 2021Brasier (concussion) is receiving a medical checkup Friday in Boston and could begin baseball activities if cleared, Bill Koch of The Providence Journal reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 33-year-old landed on the injured list since late March due to a calf strain, and he had his rehab derailed in early June when he was struck in the side of the head by a line drive during a simulated game. Brasier has been resting at home while recovering from the concussion, but he may be able to pick up his rehab program in the near future.
Jun 5 2021Brasier (calf) is now dealing with a concussion and a cut above his ear after Friday's comebacker incident, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The reliever is now resting at home after the scary incident in Friday's simulated game, when he took a line drive to the head and required an overnight stay in the hospital. The concussion comes at an extremely unfortunate time for Brasier, as he was nearing his return to the Boston bullpen.
Jun 4 2021Brasier (calf) is under evaluation at the hospital after being struck in the side of the head by a line drive during a simulated game Friday, Sean McAdam of BostonSportsJournal.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 33-year-old has been on the injured list all season with a calf strain but was nearing a rehab assignment before Friday's scary situation. Brasier's rehab program will be put on hold while he's under observation at the hospital.
Jun 2 2021Brasier (calf) threw today and will throw a simulated game Friday, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The righty continues to progress in his recovery from a left calf strain and appears close to beginning a rehab assignment with Triple-A Worcester. After an inconsistent 2019, Brasier flashed signs of improvement last year and could earn a considerable role in the Red Sox bullpen upon returning.
Jun 1 2021Brasier (calf) threw a simulated game Sunday and is nearing a rehab assignment, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Alex Cora said Tuesday that Brasier will go on a rehab assignment "sooner rather than later" now that he's progressed to facing hitters. The right-hander has been on the injured list since the start of the regular season but is expected to work in a setup role for the Red Sox once he's cleared to return to the big-league club.
May 23 2021Manager Alex Cora said that Brasier (calf) is "not that far off" beginning a minor-league rehab assignment after the right-hander completed a 25-pitch bullpen session Saturday the Red Sox's spring training facility in Florida, Christopher Smith of The Springfield Republican reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Before heading out on a rehab assignment, Cora said Brasier will first need to face hitters in live batting practice "a few times." Brasier, who has been sidelined all season with the left calf strain, is expected to work in a setup role for Boston whenever he's reinstated from the 60-day injured list.
May 10 2021Brasier (calf) recently threw a bullpen session, Christopher Smith of The Springfield Republican reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier suffered a calf strain late in spring training and was transferred to the 60-day injured list May 3. He resumed throwing in late April and has now progressed to mound work. If Brasier remains on track in his recovery, he could make his season debut in early June.
May 3 2021The Red Sox transferred Brasier (calf) to the 60-day injured list Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The transaction clears a spot on the 40-man roster for reliever Brandon Brennan, who was claimed off waivers from Seattle and optioned to Triple-A Worcester. Brasier picked up a calf strain late in spring training and recently began a throwing program, but he's not on track to complete his progression until the second half of the month. He should be ready to go around the time he's first eligible to return from the 60-day IL in early June.
Apr 25 2021Brasier (calf) has resumed throwing at the Red Sox's spring training facility in Fort Myers, Fla., Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier is limited to playing catch off flat ground at this time while he works his way back from a right calf strain, but the Red Sox are hopeful that he'll graduate to mound work in the near future. The reliever doesn't look like he'll make it back from the 10-day injured list by the end of April, but he could be cleared to make his season debut at some point in early or mid-May.
Apr 12 2021Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Monday that Brasier (calf) has yet to resume baseball activities, Bill Koch of The Providence Journal reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier has been sidelined since suffering a left calf strain in the final week of spring training in late March. Given that Brasier will still need to complete multiple bullpen sessions and simulated games before being activated from the 10-day injured list, he appears unlikely to make his 2021 debut for at least a couple of weeks.
Mar 30 2021Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Tuesday that Brasier will likely open the season on the injured list after suffering a left calf strain while pitching in a "B" game Monday, Bill Koch of The Providence Journal reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Due to his delayed arrival to camp, Brasier was already at risk of being excluded from the Opening Day roster, but the injury he suffered Monday appears to have the decision an easy one for Boston. With Brasier likely out for at least the first week of the season, Cora said that Darwinzon Hernandez and Josh Taylor would be pushed into more higher-leverage work behind closing options Adam Ottavino and Matt Barnes, per Koch.
Mar 23 2021Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Brasier tossed his first live batting practice of the spring Monday, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic report.s ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier will face hitters again in batting practice Thursday as he continues to get his arm conditioned ahead of the regular season. Because Brasier was a late arrival to camp while tending to a personal matter, the Red Sox aren't anticipating that he'll be ready to go for Opening Day, but he shouldn't miss much time beyond that. Once he's fully cleared for game action, Brasier will likely slot into a setup role for Boston.
Mar 19 2021Brasier (conditioning) isn't ready to pitch in games and is throwing a bullpen session Friday, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 33-year-old isn't expected to be ready for Opening Day after being a late arrival to spring training due to a personal matter, and he's still attempting to catch up to Boston's other relievers. The fact Brasier isn't returning from an injury could allow him to miss minimal time, even if he isn't quite ready for the start of the season.
Mar 14 2021Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Sunday that Brasier is doubtful to be ready for Boston's April 1 season opener versus Baltimore while he works to catch up with the team's other relievers following his delayed arrival to spring training, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier could still avoid being placed on the injured list to begin the season if he's close to being fully ramped up by the time camp breaks, but at this stage, he should be viewed as unlikely to be available at any point during Boston's three-game series with Baltimore. Cora noted that in addition to reporting late to spring training while tending to a personal matter, Brasier likely would have been behind the team's other pitchers in throwing progression after fracturing the pinkie finger on his right hand during the offseason. Brasier has since made a full recovery from that injury.
Mar 9 2021Red Sox manager Alex Cora acknowledged Tuesday that Brasier (conditioning) may not be ready to go for Opening Day, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Following his late arrival at spring training due to a personal matter, Brasier has yet to catch up with Boston's other bullpen arms. Brasier has yet to make his Grapefruit League debut, and with Cora indicating that the team won't rush the right-hander back into action, he could be in store for a brief stint on the IL to begin the season while he ramps up. The fact that Brasier isn't dealing with any sort of injury is encouraging, but his absence from Grapefruit League games could take him out of the running for Boston's up-for-grabs closer job. Adam Ottavino and Matt Barnes currently look like the frontrunners for the gig.
Feb 18 2021Brasier has yet to arrive at camp but is expected to do so within a few days, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: There will likely be a handful of players around the league who are delayed due to intake testing, though it's not clear that's the reason for Brasier's absence. He's reportedly gone due to "personal reasons" and hasn't been placed on the COVID-19 injured list. It doesn't appear as though his readiness for Opening Day is under serious threat.
Dec 2 2020Brasier agreed to a one-year, $1.25 million contract with the Red Sox on Wednesday, Robert Murray of FanSided.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Red Sox lack a proven closer on the roster, with Matt Barnes positioned as the likely ninth inning option if they do not add anyone more seasoned, so Brasier could earn late-inning work in 2021. The 33-year-old righty had a 3.96 ERA, 1.40 WHIP and 30 strikeouts in 25 innings last season.
Sep 18 2020Brasier allowed one hit and struck out one in a scoreless eighth inning to earn his ninth hold in Thursday's 5-3 win over the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Quietly, Brasier has emerged as a go-to setup man for Boston manager Ron Roenicke. He's allowed just one run with 21:7 K:BB over his last 15 appearances spanning 16 innings, filling an eighth-inning role that was supposed to be handled by Josh Taylor (shoulder) and/or Darwinzon Hernandez (shoulder).
Aug 29 2020Brasier (1-0) allowed one hit and struck out one over 1.1 innings to earn the win Saturday versus the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Starter Chris Mazza went only 2.1 innings, and Brasier was deemed the most effective of five relievers to follow him before Matt Barnes closed it out. Brasier has posted six consecutive scoreless outings spanning 6.2 innings -- in that span, he's allowed four hits, three walks and struck out eight. The 33-year-old has 4.97 ERA, 1.58 WHIP and a 14:6 K:BB across 12.2 innings overall.
Aug 10 2020Manager Ron Roenicke said Brasier would serve as the Red Sox's opening pitcher in Monday's game against the Rays, Bill Koch of The Providence Journal reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier hasn't covered more than an inning in any of his five appearances out of the bullpen this season, so unless he works efficiently in the first frame, expect him to bow out of the game in the bottom of the second. According to Koch, Roenicke suggested a day earlier that Colten Brewer will likely cover the bulk of the innings once Brasier exits the game.
Aug 2 2020Brasier struck out two over a scoreless inning in Saturday's 5-2 loss to the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: During a season in which there have been plenty of opportunities for Boston's relievers, this was just Brasier's second appearance. He gave up three runs on three hits over an inning in his first outing. It looks like Brasier, who served as an important setup man in 2018 and closed games in 2019, is no longer a trusted member of the bullpen.
Mar 12 2020Brasier set down the side in order, striking out one, in the fifth inning of Wednesday's spring game against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brasier is on the bubble, competing with several relievers for the final few bullpen spots, but he has thrown this spring like the pitcher that surprised Boston in 2018. He's allowed three hits and one run while striking out four without a walk over five spring innings. "Certainly our goal and his goal is to get back to the guy he was in 2018, because he was very, very good that year and really important," Red Sox pitching coach Dave Bush told Ian Browne of MLB.com. "It's not to discount the year he had last year, but he wasn't quite himself most of the year." He was an important setup piece for the Red Sox in 2018, when they won the World Series, but a toe injury in 2019 led to kinks in his mechanics.
Aug 31 2019Brasier (2-4) was charged with six runs on five hits and a walk over two-thirds of an inning, taking the loss in Saturday's 10-4 loss to the Angels.
Aug 17 2019Brasier was recalled from Triple-A Pawtucket ahead of Saturday's contest against the Orioles.
Jul 16 2019Brasier was optioned to Triple-A Pawtucket on Tuesday, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 17 2019Brasier struck out one in a scoreless inning to record his seventh save in a 2-0 win over the Twins on Monday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 17 2019Brasier returned from the bereavement list as expected Monday, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
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May 29 2019Brasier was tagged with a blown save after allowing three runs on two hits and a walk without retiring a batter in Tuesday's 7-5 loss to the Indians.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 27 2019Brasier was not used in a save situation Sunday when manager Alex Cora turned to Marcus Walden in a 4-1 win over the Astros.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 8 2019Brasier allowed two runs on three hits in Tuesday's 8-5 win over the Orioles.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 8 2018The Red Sox selected Brasier's contract from Triple-A Pawtucket ahead of Sunday's game against the Royals, Rob Bradford of WEEI.com reports.After making seven appearances with the Angels in 2013, Brasier underwent Tommy John surgery the following season and hadn't resurfaced in the big leagues until Sunday. He earned the call to the majors after dazzling as the closer for Pawtucket, recording 13 saves in 40.1 innings to go with a 1.34 ERA, 0.92 WHIP and 40:8 K:BB. Expect him to work in the middle innings or handle mop-up duty during his initial appearances with Boston.
Oct 28 2014Brasier (elbow) was outrighted off the Angels' 40-man roster Monday, Alden Gonzalez of MLB.com reports.Brasier's 2014 campaign was lost to Tommy John surgery, and he may struggle to reclaim a spot on the Angels' 40-man if his velocity proves diminished. In parts of three seasons at the Triple-A level, Brasier has posted a 4.40 ERA, 1.46 WHIP and 137:49 K:BB over 143.1 innings.
Apr 16 2014Brasier (forearm) was transferred to the 60-day disabled list Wednesday.To make room on the 40-man roster for outfielder Brennan Boesch, the team moved Brasier to the 60-day DL. Little information has been provided as to Brasier's recovery from a forearm injury, but it seems he's not close to contributing.
Mar 13 2014Brasier reported to camp this spring with forearm tightness, and is likely headed to the disabled list, MLB.com reports.Brasier struggled to the tune of a 4.13 ERA in 56.2 innings in Triple-A Salt Lake last season, but pitched well in his short stint at the major league level, registering a 2.00 ERA in nine frames. With Brasier likely headed to the DL, he probably has no chance of breaking camp with the team, but could be called up later on in the season if he can make a recovery.
Sep 1 2013Brasier was called up from Triple-A Salt Lake on Sunday, MLB.com reports.With all three of the Angels' major affiliates getting ready for the postseason, Braiser is likely the only call up that will be made on Sunday. The right-handed reliever will be available for the series finale against the Brewers.
May 21 2013Brasier was sent down to Triple-A Salt Lake on Tuesday.Brasier was called up last Thursday with Sean Burnett (forearm) on the disabled list but failed to make in appearance out of the bullpen. Upon his return to Salt Lake, Brasier will continue to provide organizational relief depth.
May 16 2013Brasier was recalled from Triple-A Salt Lake on Thursday.The Angels are desperately searching for solutions in the bullpen, so Brasier and Billy Buckner have been called up to replace Michael Roth and Barry Enright. Brasier, who made two appearances with the Angels earlier this season, has a 6.88 ERA in 17 innings with Triple-A Salt Lake. He probably won't be used in high leverage situations, although the Angels' other options aren't much better.
May 6 2013Brasier was sent down to Triple-A Salt Lake on Monday, MLB.com reports.In two appearances since he was called up last Wednesday, Brasier gave up two runs on two hits and one walk with three strikeouts across two frames. His roster spot was required for the imminent activation of Mark Lowe to the Angels' bullpen.
May 1 2013Brasier was called up from Triple-A Salt Lake on Wednesday.The Angels' bullpen is overstretched at the moment, especially after Monday's marathon 19-inning game at Oakland. In 10 appearances at Salt Lake this season, Brasier holds a 6.00 ERA, 1.667 WHIP, and 12:5 K:BB ratio in 12 innings. His stay will likely be a brief one due to his shaky performance so far in 2013.
Mar 15 2013Brasier was optioned to Triple-A Salt Lake on Friday, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports.After failing to earn a spot in the big-league bullpen this spring, Brasier will head back to Salt Lake to begin 2013.