Category: closer change
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The Brewers are interested in Craig Kimbrel
March 22, 2019 Atlanta Braves – There were spring whispers AJ Minter may ascend to become the team’s save-getter, but he’s currently battling a shoulder issue and likely won’t be healthy enough for Opening Day. Arodys Vizcaino will assume his familiar role at the back end of the bullpen. With Darren O’Day also likely headed…
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Trevor May, Hansel Robles pick up saves
September 29, 2018 New York Mets — We alerted you yesterday that Robert Gsellman and Seth Lugo, the top two arms in the Mets bullpen, will not pitch this weekend. That leaves the door open for an Anthony Swarzak save chance or two. Grab him and/or Jerry Blevins if you’re still scrapping for saves. Updated…
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Robert Gsellman and Seth Lugo are done for the year
September 28, 2018 New York Mets — Robert Gsellman and Seth Lugo, the top two arms in the Mets bullpen, will not pitch this weekend, said Mickey Callaway. That leaves the door open for an Anthony Swarzak save chance or two. Grab him and/or Jerry Blevins if you’re still scrapping for saves. Updated hierarchy: Swarzak…
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Jim Johnson grabs a save and Ty Buttrey won’t pitch again this year
September 27, 2018 Los Angeles Angels — Jim Johnson, who had given up nine hits in his last two appearances, was Mike Scioscia’s first choice to pitch the ninth inning in a save situation on Wednesday night. And although it’s no longer 2013, Johnson made it work. After the game, we learned that Ty Buttrey…
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Aroldis Chapman returns for the stretch run
September 20, 2018 New York Yankees — Aroldis Chapman is back from the disabled list, although he’ll be eased back into action over the next 10 days. If New York’s relievers are right, their playoff bullpen might be the best in baseball. Updated hierarchy: Chapman | Betances | Robertson. Chicago White Sox — If Ian Hamilton…