Fantasy baseball Week 22 rankings and waiver wire updates

Fantasy baseball analysts have released updated rankings and waiver wire recommendations for Week 22 of the 2026 season, focusing on starting pitchers, closers, and emerging prospects.

For starting pitchers, Tyler Mahle of the Atlanta Braves is highlighted for his strong performance since the trade deadline. Seattle Mariners prospect Kade Anderson is also noted as a high-priority addition following a dominant season in Double-A and a successful major league debut.

In the relief pitcher category, Bryan Baker of the Tampa Bay Rays leads the league with 36 saves. Other top-ranked closers include Mason Miller, Josh Hader, and Jhoan Duran. Recent performers with high save counts include David Bednar, Riley O’Brien, and Yoendrys Gomez.

Prospect analysis suggests monitoring players like Seaver King of the Washington Nationals, though his major league promotion is not expected in 2026, and Cam Cannarella of the Miami Marlins, who continues to perform well at the Triple-A level.