Kenley Jansen

The Red Sox officially placed Kenley Jansen on the 15-day IL with right shoulder inflammation.

Fantasy Impact

This was the expectation as of Sunday. Jansen will finish the season on the injured list. He is set to enter free agency this offseason.

The Red Sox are placing Kenley Jansen on the injured list due to his shoulder injury.

Fantasy Impact

The season is over for Jansen. Chris Martin and Justin Slaten are candidates for any save chances heading into the final week of the season.

Red Sox manager Alex Cora said that Kenley Jansen is dealing with a shoulder issue.

Fantasy Impact

Jansen struggled with his command in his appearance on Wednesday. This will be a situation to monitor.

Kenley Jansen secured his 27th save of the season, tossing a hitless inning while striking out two and walking two in the Red Sox's narrow 2-1 victory over the Rays.

Fantasy Impact

Despite the pair of walks, Jansen managed to keep his composure and prevent any runs, maintaining his solid season performance. His ERA now improves slightly from 3.42, reflecting a consistent ability to shut down opponents in crucial moments. With a WHIP still hovering around 1.10 and a strong strikeout rate, Jansen remains a reliable option for fantasy managers in need of saves, though his occasional control issues, as evidenced by today's walks, remind us to temper expectations slightly. His ability to navigate high-pressure situations, however, continues to make him a valuable asset in most fantasy formats.

Kenley Jansen secured the save with a flawless inning, striking out one in the Red Sox's 7-5 victory over the White Sox.

Fantasy Impact

His efficient use of just seven pitches to navigate through the inning underscores his capability to shut down opponents when needed. This performance lowers his ERA slightly while maintaining a solid WHIP of 1.11, reinforcing his role as a reliable closer. With 26 saves now under his belt this season, Jansen remains a valuable asset for fantasy teams in need of saves, despite the occasional hiccup with blown saves. His high strikeout rate continues to provide excellent value, making him a top option in leagues.