Closer Monkey

Year: 2011

  • Andrew Bailey trade means new closers in Boston, Oakland

    Boston Red Sox- The Red Sox have acquired Andrew Bailey from the Oakland A’s.  Bailey will assume the closer role immediately, and Mark Melancon will set up.  Hierarchy change: Andrew Bailey to Closer, Mark Melancon to Set-up, Alfredo Aceves to 2nd in line.  Oakland A’s- Andrew Bailey is gone; an A’s front office representative said that Grant…

  • Winter dealings: Melancon, Bell, Street, Santos, etc

    Lots of winter moves to report.  Visit our main page for more info. Boston Red Sox- The Red Sox acquired Mark Melancon from the Houston Astros, and the righty will move into the closer’s role.  The Red Sox have not yet determined a role for Daniel Bard, who may be moving to the rotation.  Hierarchy change:…

  • With Papelbon gone, Daniel Bard to close for Red Sox

    Boston Red Sox- With Jonathon Papelbon’s departure, Daniel Bard assumes the closer role by default, for now.  Hierarchy change: Daniel Bard to Closer, Alfredo Aceves to Set-up, Franklin Morales to 2nd in line. Visit our main page for more info.

  • Philadelphia Phillies sign Jonathon Papelbon to close

    Philadelphia Phillies- The Phillies signed Jonathon Papelbon to a four-year deal.  He’ll be their closer for the foreseeable future.  Hierarchy change: Jonathon Papelbon to Closer, replacing Ryan Madson. Visit our main page for more info.

  • Chicago White Sox, Chris Sale save, Santos off

    Chicago White Sox- The White Sox continue to share their 9th inning opportunities.  After Sergio Santos got the save two days ago, they went to Chris Sale last night.  Barring a lefty-heavy 9th inning, a save opp on the season’s final day should go back to Santos.  No hierarchy change.  Visit our main page for more…