Closer Monkey

Category: Cleveland Guardians

  • Seth Lugo could be saving games even if Edwin Diaz isn’t traded

    July 26, 2019 New York Mets — Edwin Diaz’s rough season continued Thursday when he was struck in the left foot by a line drive off the bat of Manny Machado. X-rays after the game were negative, but for now consider Diaz day to day. If he has to miss any time, we expect Seth…

  • Kenley Jansen should avoid the IL

    July 18, 2019 Los Angeles Dodgers — Kenley Jansen felt better yesterday after taking a comebacker off his ankle, but he was still unavailable for Wednesday’s game. Jansen’s absence should only be temporary however, as he is not expected to need an IL stint and likely would be able to close today if needed. Dave…

  • Hector Neris and Emilio Pagan record saves

    April 28, 2019 Philadelphia Phillies — The Phillies again went with Hector Neris in a save opportunity and he converted for his fourth save of the season.  Neris has now recorded the Phillies’ last three saves and is close to shedding the committee asterisk. Hierarchy remains: *Neris | Dominguez | Neshek* = closer-by-committee Tampa Bay…

  • Hector Neris and Ryan Brasier record saves

    April 21, 2019 Philadelphia Phillies — Hector Neris recorded the last five outs yesterday for his third save of the season.  Neris struck out two and did not allow a base runner.  That is now nine straight scoreless appearances for Neris.  In other Phillies’ bullpen news, Victor Arano was placed on the IL and we…

  • Arodys Vizcaino out for the year

    April 18, 2019 Atlanta Braves — Arodys Vizcaino underwent shoulder surgery and will miss the rest of the season. With Atlanta’s bullpen in shambles, AJ Minter will likely continue to get the bulk of the save chances — unless the team decides to sign Craig Kimbrel. If they’re interested in Kimbrel, the Braves may have…