Year: 2013
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An unsettled bullpen for the Cardinals’ stretch run
September 24, 2013 St. Louis Cardinals — Over the weekend, the Cardinals demoted Edward Mujica from the closer role in favor of a committee, and on Monday night, erstwhile set-up man Trevor Rosenthal picked up its first save. Other possible committee members include Carlos Martinez, former closer John Axford, and lefty Kevin Siegrist — who got the…
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Vic Black continues to contribute
September 23, 2013 New York Mets – Vic Black got the call in the 8th inning for the second straight night, and though he allowed a run, he held the lead and bridged the gap to LaTroy Hawkins. The hard-throwing righty keeps racking up stats, with as he’s now picked up four holds in the…
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Jason Grilli back in closer’s role
September 22, 2013 Pittsburgh Pirates – Jason Grilli pitched a scoreless ninth on Saturday to pick up his 31st save of the season. The Pirates have announced that Grilli will take over as the closer again and move Mark Melancon back to his set-up role. Hierarchy change: Jason Grilli to Closer, Mark Melancon to Set-up. . Closer…
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Edward Mujica continues to struggle
September 21, 2013 St. Louis Cardinals – Edward Mujica started the 9th inning last night with a 2 run lead. He proceeded to give up 3 hits and a walk, while only recording one out. The Cardinals brought on former Brewers closer John Axford to try and get the save, but he gave up an…