Year: 2016
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Closer Hot Seat update: June 13, 2016
Welcome to our weekly Closer Hot Seat column! Each week — usually on Mondays — we’ll update this space to give you an easy-to-reference guide on who might be closest to losing their jobs. Note that this isn’t necessarily a ranking of the best closers; rather, it’s a guide to job security. —– Latest update:…
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Jason Grilli gives Roberto Osuna some much-needed rest
June 13, 2016 Toronto Blue Jays – A stretch of 10 appearances in a 17-day span prompted John Gibbons to give Roberto Osuna a second consecutive day off on Sunday, and Jason Grilli got the save in his place. Osuna’s job is perfectly safe, and Grilli has quickly established himself as the youngster’s handcuff. Hierarchy remains:…
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Carlos Estevez is the new closer in Colorado
June 12, 2016 Colorado Rockies – Jake McGee was placed on the DL yesterday and rookie Carlos Estevez recorded the save in his place. Jason Motte was originally sent out for the 9th but after he allowed a double and hit a batter, he was pulled for Estevez. After the game, manager Walt Weiss named Estevez the…
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Jake McGee placed on DL; Carlos Estevez best bet to close
June 11, 2016 Colorado Rockies – The Rockies have placed closer Jake McGee on the disabled list. After today’s game, manager Walt Weiss named Estevez the closer while McGee is out Updated hierarchy: Estevez | Motte | Logan.
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J.T. Chargois could help the Twins’ beleaguered bullpen
June 11, 2016 Minnesota Twins — Trevor May was placed on the 15-day DL with back spasms on Friday. Based on usage, Ryan Pressly moves into the hierarchy — but keep an eye on hard-throwing rookie J.T. Chargois, called up to replace May. The 25-year-old missed 2013 and 2014 after Tommy John surgery, but he works in the high 90s…