Jim Johnson
RP FA
Fri 7/21/17 1:09 AM

Johnson pitched around a double and a walk during a scoreless ninth inning to collect his 22nd save of the season during Thursday's win over the Dodgers.
EDGE Analysis
Johnson has provided respectable fantasy numbers this season, but his outlook could change in a hurry in the event of a deadline deal. He's a prime candidate to relocate to a contender that's looking to bolster its bullpen, and in almost all cases, he probably wouldn't be closing out games for his new team. It's a situation to monitor. In the meantime, Johnson remains a solid asset in all settings.

Jim Johnson
RP FA
Sat 7/15/17 10:46 PM

Johnson pitched a perfect inning while striking out one to earn the save on Saturday against the Diamondbacks.
EDGE Analysis
Johnson was protecting a three-run lead and had no trouble nailing down his 21st save of the season. Although he's blown seven saves while posting a 4.05 ERA, his ability to close out games along with adding six wins makes him an excellent option at relief pitcher.

Jim Johnson
RP FA
Sat 7/15/17 6:58 AM

Johnson struck out one in a perfect ninth inning Friday to record his 20th save of the season in a 4-3 win over the Diamondbacks.
EDGE Analysis
He started the second half on the right foot after ending the first half with his seventh blown save of the year. Johnson's 2.44 FIP, 3.09 xFIP and 49:13 K:BB in 39.1 innings this year could make the veteran righty an enticing trade target at the deadline for a contender looking to bolster their bullpen.

Jim Johnson
RP FA
Fri 7/7/17 10:45 PM

Johnson allowed three runs on four hits and one walk over 0.2 innings to blow the save Friday against the Nationals.
EDGE Analysis
Johnson inherited a three-run lead and simply melted down to cost his team a big win. He's now blown seven saves while posting a 4.23 ERA, but as long has he's the Braves closer, he'll have fantasy value based on his ability to collect saves.

Jim Johnson
RP FA
Fri 7/7/17 2:12 AM

Johnson allowed one hit while striking out two in a scoreless inning to pick up his 19th save Thursday in Washington.
EDGE Analysis
Johnson gave up a leadoff double to Wilmer Difo before notching consecutive strikeouts and inducing an Adam Lind groundout to seal the 5-2 victory. He's just one save shy of last season's mark and has already tied his 2011 career high with six wins.

Jim Johnson
RP FA
Mon 7/3/17 6:23 AM

Johnson (6-1) blew his sixth save of the season but was bailed out by his offense and was the pitcher of record when Atlanta scored the game-winning run Sunday against Oakland.
EDGE Analysis
Johnson is struggling to close out games and sports an underwhelming 3.68 ERA. His 11.3 K/9 is an impressive mark, and he does project to stay in the closer role. However, he's a prime trade candidate, and there's potential he would pitch in a setup role with a new club. The veteran has blown 16 of 64 save opportunities over the past three years, after all.

Jim Johnson
RP FA
Sat 7/1/17 7:33 PM

Johnson pitched a perfect inning while striking out two to notch his 18th save Saturday against the Athletics.
EDGE Analysis
Johnson was protecting a one-run lead, but easily converted his fifth straight save opportunity. Despite a 3.53 ERA and five blown saves, he's been a solid source of saves for fantasy owners.

Jim Johnson
RP FA
Sat 7/1/17 3:48 AM

Johnson allowed one hit before he struck out the side to earn his 17th save of the season Friday against the Athletics.
EDGE Analysis
Johnson has been rock solid since allowing a run in back-to-back games earlier in the month; he's now struck out eight batters and collected three saves in his last three appearances (three innings). The 34-year-old should maintain his role as the Braves' closer with his respectable 3.63 ERA, 1.07 WHIP, and 42:9 K:BB through 34.2 innings this season, though he could be relegated to a setup role if he ends up getting traded.

Jim Johnson
RP FA
Wed 6/28/17 3:45 AM

Johnson gave up one hit and one walk but struck out the side in the ninth inning Tuesday for his 16th save of the season.
EDGE Analysis
Johnson has now converted five of his last six save opportunities, after being charged with two blown saves in a span of four appearances about a month ago. While he seems to be secure in his role with his current club, Johnson could be dealt before the deadline, and it's far from a lock that he'd close for a contending team. Arodys Vizcaino would presumably take over as the closer in Atlanta if Johnson were to be traded.

Jim Johnson
RP FA
Sat 6/24/17 8:50 PM

Johnson struck out two batters in a scoreless ninth inning to record his 15th save of the season during Saturday's win over Milwaukee.
EDGE Analysis
Johnson had allowed eight runs through 12.2 innings over 12 appearances with three blown saves leading into Saturday's outing, so the veteran hasn't been sharp recently. In fact, if Atlanta was a contender, he probably wouldn't even be pitching in save situations. However, Johnson will likely continue closing games to buoy his trade value. If dealt, he will probably slide into a setup role, so his fantasy value could be fleeting.