Pierce Johnson

Pierce Johnson (elbow) threw off a mound Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Johnson was placed on the injured list almost a week ago and is already back on the mound, which is a great sign. He will likely not require a rehab assignment before being activated.

Pierce Johnson earned the save on Sunday against the Diamondbacks.

Fantasy Impact

Johnson got the opportunity with Raisel Iglesias unavailable. He should remain in a high leverage role behind Iglesias for the Braves.

The Rockies have traded Pierce Johnson to the Braves for a pair of minor leaguers.

Fantasy Impact

Johnson previously worked as the Rockies closer, recording 13 saves on the season. Raisel Iglesias should remain the Braves closer with Johnson also working in the back end of the bullpen for Atlanta.

Johnson had a solid outing, pitching a perfect inning while allowing just one hit and striking out one batter to earn his 13th save of the season in the Rockies' 8-5 victory against the Tigers.

Fantasy Impact

With this performance, Johnson now has a 6.00 ERA and a 1.70 WHIP in 36 games this season. He has also recorded 13.36 strikeouts per nine innings and a 2.45 strikeout-to-walk ratio. Despite a high ERA, Johnson has been effective in closing out games with 13 saves and only two blown saves so far.

Johnson pitched a perfect ninth inning against the Marlins on Tuesday, striking out one and earning his 10th save of the season.

Fantasy Impact

Despite allowing two hits, Johnson managed to keep the Marlins from scoring, earning him his 10th save of the year. While his season-long numbers are less impressive, with a 4.95 ERA and 1.70 WHIP, Johnson has been a reliable option for the Rockies in the closer role, converting all of his save chances thus far.