Year: 2013
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Mariano Rivera will not pitch again
September 29, 2013 New York Yankees – Mariano Rivera, the greatest closer of all time, will not pitch again this season. He finishes his final season with 44 saves. David Robertson will take over as closer and certainly has some big shoes to fill. No hierarchy change. . Closer . Set-Up . 2nd in…
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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…
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Joe Smith, Justin Masterson leading Indians committee into postseason
September 27, 2013 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…
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Chris Perez has another terrible outing
September 27, 2013 Cleveland Indians – Chris Perez got the dreaded “vote of confidence” from Terry Francona after a blown save on Tuesday, and followed it up on Thursday by getting shelled in a non-save opp. Joe Smith is the best bet for saves if yesterday’s outing costs Perez his job for the remainder of…
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Saves for Black and Rosenthal
September 25, 2013 New York Mets — With LaTroy Hawkins tired and unavailable, Vic Black got the call for his first major league save on Tuesday night. No hierarchy change. . Closer . Set-Up . 2nd in line . 2014 Closer . Updated NYM LaTroy Hawkins Vic Black Frank Francisco Bobby Parnell 9/25/13 Bobby Parnell (DL) . Texas Rangers — Thanks…