Tanner Rainey has thrown two scoreless innings while striking out four and walking none across two Grapefruit League appearances.

Fantasy Impact

Rainey, in camp with the Pirates as a non-roster invitee, is looking to bounce back after a disappointing 2024 season—his first since returning from Tommy John surgery. Before the injury, he had been a reliable late-inning option for the Nationals. With Pittsburgh featuring a deep bullpen, Rainey will need to continue his strong performance to earn a roster spot, but his early results are encouraging.

The Nationals have non-tendered Tanner Rainey.

Fantasy Impact

Rainey posted a 4.76 ERA and a 1.49 WHIP in 50 games out of the Washington bullpen in 2024. The 31-year-old should draw interest from teams in need of bullpen help.

Tanner Rainey is throwing up to 75 throws at 60 feet.

Fantasy Impact

Rainey is in Week 3 of his throwing program as he continues to recover from Tommy John surgery. He is aiming a return in August at the 12-month mark of his surgery.

Tanner Rainey was placed on the 60-day IL Wednesday with a right UCL sprain. Tyler Clippard was recalled and will join the Nationals bullpen.

Fantasy Impact

Rainey was in the midst of a great first half for the Nationals. In 29 appearances (1-3) he had a 3.30 ERA, .228 OBA, a 10.80 K/9 ratio, and was 12-for-16 in save chances. This is a big blow to the Nationals and fantasy managers. It is safe to move on from Rainey at this point.

Tanner Rainey tossed a perfect ninth inning Wednesday, striking out two and picking up the save in the Nationals' 3-2 win over the Phillies.

Fantasy Impact

Rainey has held opponents scoreless in five of his last seven relief appearances for the Nationals, striking out 10 batters in that span. The right-hander carries a 1.32 WHIP and 3.54 ERA to go along with a 11.57 K/9 ratio and 12 saves in 28 relief appearances this season.