Closer Monkey

Category: Detroit Tigers

  • Joe Jimenez records first career save thanks to Rally Goose

    June 3, 2018 Detroit Tigers – As the Vulture Save Watch predicted, Shane Greene got the day off on Saturday and Joe Jimenez got the call in his place.  Jimenez retired the Blue Jays in order for his first career save while the fans shouted Goooooose.  Jimenez should continue to see save chances when Shane Greene…

  • It’s committee time again in Atlanta

    May 16, 2018 Atlanta Braves – Arodys Vizcaino allowed two runs in Tuesday’s ninth inning to blow a 2-1 lead for the Braves. After the game, Brian Snitker said that he has a few options for the ninth inning if he wants to keep everyone healthy and fresh. Vizcaino is still the favorite for saves,…

  • Corey Knebel to be activated from DL today

    May 9, 2018 Milwaukee Brewers — Corey Knebel will be activated from the disabled list today and will return to one of the best bullpens in baseball. Josh Hader – who picked up his fifth multi-inning save of the season on Tuesday – was outstanding during Knebel’s absence and will continue to be a huge…

  • Keynan Middleton’s DL stint should be short

    May 2, 2018 Los Angeles Angels — Keynan Middleton was placed on the DL with elbow inflammation, retroactive to Sunday. Mike Scioscia did not seem too worried about it and expects Middleton to be available when his DL time is up. Cam Bedrosian got the first save chance in Middleton’s stead and promptly blew a…

  • Almost a meaningful Greg Holland sighting, plus Corey Knebel throws a bullpen

    April 22, 2018 St. Louis Cardinals — For a minute, it looked like we might finally see a Greg Holland save opportunity.  With the Cardinals clinging to a one-run lead in the 9th inning, rookie Jordan Hicks gave up a couple walks and hit a batter to load the bases with one out.  Holland was…