David Robertson and Sergio Santos pick up saves

September 28, 2013

New York Yankees – Mariano Rivera got the night off after his emotional final outing in Yankee Stadium.  David Robertson retired the Astros in order (which isn’t hard to do) for his 3rd save of the season.  There are rumors that Mariano could play center field this weekend so Robertson could see more saves.  No hierarchy change.

 .Closer.Set-Up.2nd in line.2014 Closer.Updated
NYY Mariano Rivera David Robertson Shawn Kelley David Robertson 9/28/13
      Boone Logan (INJ)    

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Toronto Blue Jays – Sergio Santos came on in the 8th inning with the bases loaded and one out and the Blue Jays up 4.  He got a double play to get out of the inning and then stayed on for the 9th to pick up his first save of the season. No hierarchy change.

 .Closer.Set-Up.2nd in line.2014 Closer.Updated
TOR Casey Janssen Sergio Santos Steve Delabar Casey Janssen 9/28/13

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Cleveland Indians – Chris Perez is officially out as closer, and will be replaced by a committee of relievers that includes most of the bullpen.  Former No. 1 starter Justin Masterson, recovering from an oblique injury, is among the best bets for the 9th inning, as mentioned this morning.  Joe Smith is neck-and-neck with Masterson, with Cody Allen and Bryan Shaw close behind.  Hierarchy change: Joe Smith to Closer, Justin Masterson to Set-up.

 .Closer.Set-Up.2nd in line.2014 Closer.Updated
CLE Joe Smith Justin Masterson Cody Allen Chris Perez 9/27/13

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VULTURE SAVE WATCH
1. Kevin Gregg, Chicago Cubs – The Cubs could go with Gregg or Strop if they have a save opportunity tonight.
2. David Robertson, New York Yankees – The Yankees may play Mariano Rivera in center field so Robertson could be the closer the rest of this weekend.