Tyler Matzek is on track to return from the IL in April.

Fantasy Impact

Manager Aaron Boone mentioned that Matzek "isn't far behind" Ian Hamilton (infection), who is expected to return in early April. However, Matzek doesn't currently have a spot on the 40-man roster and will likely begin the season in the minors. For now, fantasy managers can leave Matzek off their rosters.

Tyler Matzek (oblique) resumed throwing and will toss a bullpen session Thursday, per team updates, after an early March strain and a Monday session.

Fantasy Impact

Matzek’s oblique strain from early March may land him on the IL, but his Monday and upcoming Thursday bullpen sessions signal progress, needing more before live hitters. His 2024 9.90 ERA over 10 innings lags. Fantasy managers in deep dynasty leagues might stash him, hoping the 34-year-old lefty rebounds for Atlanta’s bullpen in 2025 if he avoids setbacks.

Yankees manager Aaron Boone said Friday that Tyler Matzek (oblique) has a “pretty good strain” and will miss a few weeks, per team reports.

Fantasy Impact

Matzek, a non-roster invitee poised to make the team, hasn’t pitched since Feb. 25—now symptom-free, he might throw Monday, but Opening Day’s off the table. Fantasy managers in deeper leagues can stash this lefty reliever; his bullpen role’s delayed, not done.

Tyler Matzek is questionable for Opening Day after an oblique injury diagnosis, per team reports.

Fantasy Impact

Matzek, a non-roster invitee in Yankees camp, was on track to snag a bullpen spot if healthy—but with the oblique strain’s severity unclear this close to the season, he’s likely out for the opener and facing rehab time. Fantasy managers in deeper leagues can monitor him; his relief value’s on hold until he’s back.

The Yankees signed Tyler Matzek to a minor league contract.

Fantasy Impact

The deal include an invite to spring training. Matzek has been limited to injuries in recent seasons. If he can stay healthy, he'll have a chance to be a big part of the Yankees bullpen.