September 28, 2016
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Toronto Blue Jays – Joaquin Benoit’s season is over after he injured his calf in Monday’s “brawl” with the Yankees. Expect Joe Biagini to see an expanded role in Benoit’s absence as the Jays fight for a playoff berth.
Updated hierarchy: Osuna | Grilli | Biagini.
New York Yankees – Dellin Betances had pitched in two straight games, so Tyler Clippard collected the save on Tuesday to snap the Red Sox’ 11-game win streak.
Hierarchy remains: Betances | Clippard | Warren.
Chicago Cubs — The Cubs took a 6-1 lead into the ninth inning on Tuesday, but when Justin Grimm got just one out and allowed three runs, Joe Maddon turned to Felix Pena to close the door on the Pirates and pick up his first career save. Aroldis Chapman had appeared in two straight games, and with the Cubs having already clinched the best record in baseball, don’t expect Chapman to be overworked entering the postseason.
Hierarchy remains: Chapman | Rondon | Strop.
VULTURE SAVE WATCH
1. Hector Rondon/Pedro Strop, Chicago Cubs – Just in case Aroldis Chapman continues to be rested for October, you may see the Cubs turn to Hector Rondon or Pedro Strop in the ninth. With a plethora of solid options, Joe Maddon could turn to anybody over the final couple days of the season.
