Category: hierarchy change
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Brett Anderson: Master of the 3-inning save
September 5, 2013 Houston Astros – The Astros are attempting to have every player in their bullpen blow a 9th inning lead at some point, and last night, it was long man Erik Bedard’s turn. Bedard, who ended up getting the win after Houston rallied in the bottom half, isn’t likely to see many save…
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Jason Grilli back with Pittsburgh; Jordan Walden out another week
September 4, 2013 Pittsburgh Pirates — Nearly eight years ago, Jason Grilli pitched 7.2 solid innings to lead the Toledo Mud Hens to their first AAA championship in 38 years. But his dream of recapturing Governors’ Cup glory was put on hold today when Pittsburgh summoned him to the big leagues for some boring old regular season action. Clint…
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Aaron Crow falling out of favor in Kansas City; Tom Wilhelmsen called up
September 2, 2013 Kansas City Royals – Aaron Crow, who spent the better part of two months as a rock-solid 8th inning man, has fallen out of favor over the last few weeks in Kansas City. He hasn’t been particularly awful — despite a few recent hiccups, he still sports a 3.09 ERA for the…
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Parnell likely done for season, Axford traded
August 31, 2013 New York Mets – Bobby Parnell is likely done for the season. LaTroy Hawkins should continue to be the primary closer for the Mets, but Gonzalez Germen could see a couple save opportunities down the stretch as well. No hierarchy change. . Closer . Set-Up . 2nd in line . 2014 Closer…
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Tommy Hunter’s reign as O’s closer appears over
August 29, 2013 Oakland A’s – Brett Anderson picked up a three-inning save on Wednesday. The former starter does not factor in to the A’s usual late-inning plans. No hierarchy change. . Closer . Set-Up . 2nd in line . 2014 Closer . Updated OAK Grant Balfour Ryan Cook Sean Doolittle Ryan Cook 8/29/13 .…