Closer Monkey

Category: closer change

  • Wade Davis and Kevin Siegrist return; Arodys Vizcaino down with injury

    July 16, 2016 Atlanta Braves — In an attempt to shake off nine days of rust, Brian Snitker called on Arodys Vizcaino in the ninth with the Braves down five. The move backfired terribly when Vizcaino exited after three pitches with what appeared to be a right oblique injury. After the game, Snitker announced that Vizcaino…

  • Jim Johnson should close after Arodys Vizcaino injures his oblique

    July 15, 2016 Atlanta Braves — In an attempt to shake off nine days of rust, Brian Snitker called on Arodys Vizcaino in the ninth with the Braves down five. The move backfired terribly when Vizcaino exited after three pitches with what appeared to be a right oblique injury. After the game, Snitker announced that Vizcaino…

  • Daniel Hudson and Tyler Clippard fighting to replace Brad Ziegler

    July 9, 2016 Arizona Diamondbacks — Arizona traded away closer Brad Ziegler early Saturday morning. Daniel Hudson, returning from the bereavement list today, is positioned to get the first crack at saves, but Tyler Clippard (10.86 K/9, 54 career saves) has been pitching more effectively and will also be in the mix. With the season slipping away, both men could potentially…

  • Brad Ziegler traded to Red Sox

    July 9, 2016 Arizona Diamondbacks – The Diamondbacks have traded closer Brad Ziegler to the Red Sox.  Daniel Hudson should get the first chance at saves as he has been the Diamondbacks setup man, but Tyler Clippard is also an option as he has more closing experience. Updated hierarchy: Hudson | Clippard | Barrett.  

  • Wade Davis hits DL; Alex Colome returns

    July 6, 2016 Kansas City Royals — Wade Davis hit the DL on Tuesday with a right forearm strain. Manager Ned Yost refused to commit to a replacement, saying he will “mix and match” depending on who is available. Kelvin Herrera is the best choice to take over Davis’ role, but Joakim Soria has closer experience and…