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Tommy Hunter could lose his job; Mets and A’s closing by committee
May 14, 2014 Baltimore Orioles — After an overturned call on a Rajai Davis steal, Tommy Hunter blew his second straight save and boasts a 21.60 ERA over his last four appearances. Hunter has allowed 29 baserunners in his 15 IP so far this year, and the cries to replace him are getting louder. Buck Showalter is speaking in generalities thus…
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Johnson returns to hot seat; Mejia moves into Mets ‘pen
May 13, 2014 Oakland A’s — The A’s were seemingly on their way to a comfortable win over the White Sox, but after starter Jesse Chavez allowed a leadoff homer in the ninth and Fernando Abad followed that up with a walk, Jim Johnson made a mess of things. He faced just two batters, allowing a…
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Chapman back as closer, Joe Smith picks up save
May 11, 2014 Cincinnati Reds — The Reds officially activated Aroldis Chapman from the disabled list before yesterday’s game, and manager Bryan Price has said that he won’t hesitate to go to Chapman in a save opportunity. Hierarchy change: Chapman | Broxton | LeCure. Los Angeles Angels — Joe Smith picked up the save yesterday, but he made it interesting. Smith came…
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Cody Allen picks up save, Chapman close to returning
May 10, 2014 Cleveland Indians — Cody Allen recorded his first save of the season last night. The Indians brought on John Axford for the 9th with a 4-run lead. Axford gave up 2 hits and 2 walks and Cody Allen came on with the bases loaded. Allen got James Loney to fly out for his…