Scott Barlow

The Reds signed Scott Barlow to a one-year, $2.5 million contract.

Fantasy Impact

Barlow struggled to the tune of a 4.25 ERA across 55 innings last season with the Guardians. He should hold a middle relief role in the Reds bullpen.

Scott Barlow signed a one-year deal worth $6.7 million with the Guardians to avoid arbitration.

Fantasy Impact

Barlow was traded to Cleveland in November. He should be in a set-up role behind Emmanuel Clase.

The Guardians have acquired RP Scott Barlow from the Padres in exchange for Engel De Los Santos.

Fantasy Impact

Barlow struggled last season, pitching to a 4.37 ERA and a 1.40 WHIP in 63 appearances. The veteran pitched well as a member of the Royals, so the Guardians could be looking to recapture some of that magic.

Scott Barlow allowed just one hit, no walks, and recorded one strikeout in a scoreless inning of work to record the save

Fantasy Impact

With a 4.09 ERA and a 1.33 WHIP in 32 games played, Barlow has been a reliable closer for the Royals this season. His strong strikeout rate of 12.0 K/9 and solid strikeout-to-walk ratio of 2.75 further highlight his effectiveness on the mound.

Scott Barlow earned the save on Saturday, tossing 1.1 scoreless innings with one strikeout and one walk.

Fantasy Impact

Barlow figures to remain the primary closer in the Royals bullpen with Aroldis Chapman traded to Texas. In 30 games this season, Barlow has a 4.06 ERA with 10 saves and two blown saves.