There are many different strategies when it comes to drafting a fantasy closer.

Some managers only target <a href="https://nypost.com/2024/10/18/sports/mlb-bullpens-appear-to-be-reaching-a-breaking-point/">elite arms</a> such as Emmanuel Clase, Edwin Diaz and Tanner Scott.

Some wait a few rounds to target guys like Mason Miller or Andrés Muñoz while others will wait even longer to snag Kansas City’s Carlos Estévez (even though Lucas Erceg has the higher upside) or gamble on David Bednar, hoping for a rebound in Pittsburgh.

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No matter what your strategy is, Roto Rage urges you not to chase saves. 

There are many different strategies when it comes to drafting a fantasy closer.{ai:summary}Fantasy baseball managers employ various strategies for drafting closers, from targeting elite players like Emmanuel Clase and Edwin Diaz to waiting for mid-tier options such as Mason Miller or Carlos Estévez. The key advice is to avoid chasing saves.Focusing too heavily on saves can lead to missed opportunities in other positions. It's essential to balance your roster while considering the potential of closers and their performance trends. #sports

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