Closer Monkey

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  • C.J. Edwards collects first career save

    September 2, 2016 Chicago Cubs — As the Vulture Save Watch predicted, C.J. Edwards was called upon in the ninth Thursday with closer Aroldis Chapman needing the night off. Edwards picked up his first career save, one of a few developing storylines for the Chicago bullpen. The Cubs activated reliever Joe Smith from the disabled list…

  • Luke Gregerson pitching again in Houston

    August 31, 2016 Houston Astros — Luke Gregerson is back and got the call in the eighth inning in his second appearance following an extended absence. Gregerson allowed a solo home run, but otherwise protected what became a two-run lead. With Will Harris having pitched the seventh, it appears as if Gregerson is once again the eighth-inning…

  • Papelbon Watch reaches Day Six

    August 19, 2016 Free Agency — There’s still no news on Jonathan Papelbon. The longtime closer has been tied to at least the Red Sox and Cubs, which makes sense given the pitcher’s connection to both clubs. It’s now been more than 24 hours since we were expected to learn his decision, so who knows what’s…

  • Zach Britton makes history; Arodys Vizcaino back soon

    August 12, 2016 Baltimore Orioles – Zach Britton on Thursday picked up his 35th straight save this season, pitching a scoreless ninth. Scoreless has been a bit of a theme for Britton lately, as the closer hasn’t allowed an earned run in 39 straight appearances, the longest streak since earned runs started being kept as…

  • Closer changes aplenty highlight tumultuous Tuesday

    August 10, 2016 Miami Marlins – A.J. Ramos was placed on the disabled list Tuesday, and later that night Fernando Rodney picked up the save. One name to keep an eye on is Brian Ellington, who picked up his first hold of the season and lowered his ERA to 0.61. He may see more high-leverage…