Category: hierarchy change
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Kevin Jepsen and J.J. Putz return to the disabled list
August 26, 2013 Los Angeles Angels – The Angels’ struggling bullpen took another blow on Sunday, as Kevin Jepsen underwent appendix surgery and will likely miss the rest of the season. Michael Kohn, who picked up his 6th hold of the season on Saturday, should see more high-leverage innings in Jepsen’s absence. Hierarchy change: Michael…
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Edward Mujica dealing with nagging injuries; Rex Brothers closing again
August 23, 2013 St. Louis Cardinals – Edward Mujica, who has been pressed into several 2-inning outings over the past several weeks, is dealing with some nagging injuries, including a sore back and dead arm. The Cardinals think he’ll be OK, but Mujica owners might want to add Trevor Rosenthal just in case. In deeper…
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Rex Brothers re-inherits closer role after Betancourt leaves with injury
August 22, 2013 Colorado Rockies – Rafael Betancourt left Thursday’s game with an elbow injury and is likely headed back to the disabled list. Rex Brothers will resume closing in his place. Hierarchy change: Rex Brothers to Closer, Matt Belisle to Set-up, Wilton Lopez to 2nd in line, Rafael Betancourt injured. . Closer . Set-Up…
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Rafael Betancourt could be on a short leash; Tommy Hunter picks up save
August 22, 2013 Colorado Rockies – Rafael Betancourt’s third outing since returning from the DL ended in a blown save. Betancourt has been reliable all year, and had posted two scoreless appearances since his return. But he’s also 38 years old, and the Rockies are well out of the playoff race. With Rex Brothers flourishing…
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Bryan Shaw moving up in Cleveland, and welcome back, Brian Wilson!
August 20, 2013 Cleveland Indians — Bryan Shaw finished the seventh to pick up his ninth hold of the year, and third in his last eight appearances. Cody Allen, on the other hand, has only one hold in his last 16 games. Hierarchy change: Bryan Shaw to 2nd in line, replacing Cody Allen. . Closer . Set-Up…