Jason Grilli possibly out for a few days; Santiago Casilla returning to the Giants

May 14, 2013

Pittsburgh Pirates — Jason Grilli left the clubhouse abruptly on Monday due to personal reasons, and should be considered day-to-day. No hierarchy change.

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PIT Jason Grilli Mark Melancon Tony Watson Jason Grilli 5/14/13


San Francisco Giants
 — Santiago Casilla told MLB.com this past weekend that he expects to be available again on Tuesday. Hierarchy change: Santiago Casilla to Set-up, Jeremy Affeldt to 2nd in line.

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SF Sergio Romo Santiago Casilla Jeremy Affeldt Sergio Romo 5/14/13


New York Yankees
 — Adam Warren picked up his first career save on Monday with four innings of two-hit ball. Although Warren entered in the 6th to protect a one-run lead, he presents as more of a long man or spot starter. No hierarchy change.

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NYY Mariano Rivera David Robertson Boone Logan David Robertson 5/14/13
Joba Chamberlain (DL)


Kansas City Royals
 — Luke Hochevar also earned the first save of his career on Monday night, pitching three innings in a blowout of the Angels. No hierarchy change.

. Closer . Set-Up . 2nd in line . 2014 Closer . Updated
KC Greg Holland Kelvin Herrera Aaron Crow Greg Holland 5/14/13


VULTURE SAVE WATCH
1. Mark Melancon, Pittsburgh Pirates — As noted above, Jason Grilli left the team for personal reasons on Monday and might not be available for Tuesday night’s game.