Category: Chicago Cubs
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Aroldis Chapman to Cubs deal appears imminent
July 25, 2016 Chicago Cubs – It’s been widely reported that Aroldis Chapman is likely on his way to the Cubs in exchange for megaprospect Gleyber Torres, though the two clubs are still working out details and the deal hasn’t been finalized yet. Chapman is one of only a handful of relievers in the league that…
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Trade Deadline Buy/Sell: National League
July 14, 2016 —– Glossary: BUY+: This player has a strong chance (at least 50%) of becoming a closer by the trade deadline. BUY: This player has a small chance (at least 20%) of becoming a closer by the trade deadline. SELL: This player has a small chance (at least 20%) of losing his closer job by the…
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Raisel Iglesias enters Reds’ bullpen upon return from shoulder injury
June 23, 2016 Cincinnati Reds — Things are getting interesting in the Reds’ bullpen. J.J. Hoover was recalled, and Raisel Iglesias returned from a shoulder injury and entered the bullpen. Although Bryan Price said that he wants to start Iglesias off with some “soft landings,” if the team decides to keep him in relief, he could be…
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Jake Diekman picks up first career save
June 10, 2016 Texas Rangers — Jake Diekman picked up his first career save Thursday night, retiring three of the four batters he saw in the ninth inning. Rangers manager Jeff Bannister gave closer Sam Dyson a second straight day off after he had pitched in three in a row. In a grueling 30-pitch outing Tuesday, Dyson…
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Sam Dyson takes over in Texas
May 19, 2016 Texas Rangers – After an outing that saw his ERA climb to over 9.00, Shawn Tolleson will get some time off from closing. Sam Dyson is the best bet for saves going forward, and Jake Diekman could see chances if the matchups are right. Another player to keep an eye on is Matt…