Year: 2015
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Weekly Hot Seat Update: May 29, 2015
With all the closer changes so far this season, it’s easy to see the value in owning guys who are first in line. But while it’s always nice to have a new closer, wouldn’t it be even better to get the next dominant one? Back in 2012, Greg Holland was first in line to saves for the Royals,…
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Jake Petricka earns first save; Dan Jennings can’t pitch either
May 29, 2015 Chicago White Sox — Before Thursday’s doubleheader with the Orioles, manager Robin Ventura expressed support for closer David Robertson, who has allowed six earned runs in his last eight outings. With Robertson unavailable, the White Sox turned to Zach Duke, as predicted in Thursday’s VSW, in the first game. Duke got the last out in…
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Brandon Maurer pitching well; Brad Boxberger not so much
May 28, 2015 San Diego Padres – Brandon Maurer got the 8th inning ahead of Craig Kimbrel on Wednesday to pick up his fifth hold on the year. Although he gave up a run to break his 13-inning scoreless streak, Maurer currently sports the best ERA and WHIP on the team at 2.25 and 0.83, respectively.…
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Enrique Burgos hits DL; two relievers steal saves
May 27, 2015 Arizona Diamondbacks – Enrique Burgos was placed on the 15-day disabled list with right shoulder tendinitis. Arizona will surely miss his MLB-best 16.46 K/9, but help may soon be on the way in the form of David Hernandez, who is close to rejoining the Diamondbacks after undergoing Tommy John surgery last year.…