Category: hierarchy change
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Jim Henderson doesn’t have a firm grip on his job; Brandon Lyon getting shelled
June 1, 2013 New York Mets – A few days ago, Brandon Lyon was in line to get any Mets save opportunities on nights Bobby Parnell was unavailable, but two horrendous outings against the Nationals may have dropped him off the hierarchy altogether. On Friday, Lyon gave up a game-tying three-run double, and on Sunday,…
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Blake Parker picks up an extra inning save
June 30, 2013 Chicago Cubs – Blake Parker earned his first career save on Saturday night. Kevin Gregg had already blown a one run lead in the 9th and Carlos Villanueva pitched the 10th inning in a tie game. Parker has pitched well since getting called up and could be an option to close when Gregg…
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Putz back for D-Backs. Storen, Pestano, and Hunter pick up saves
June 29, 2013 Arizona Diamondbacks – J.J. Putz will be activated from the DL on Saturday and should return to the closer role. Hierarchy change: J.J. Putz to closer, Heath Bell to Set-Up, David Hernandez to 2nd in line. . Closer . Set-Up . 2nd in line . 2014 Closer . Updated ARI J.J. Putz Heath…
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Rafael Betancourt returns; Carlos Villanueva’s value rising
June 28, 2013 Chicago Cubs – Blake Parker wasn’t given much rope on Thursday, as he was yanked a game the Cubs were leading by 5 after giving up a solo HR. He’d only retired one batter. Parker was impressive in AAA, but early indications are that Carlos Villanueva might be the man who the…
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Chris Perez returns; Astros giving Jose Cisnero a bigger role
June 27, 2013 Pittsburgh Pirates – After a taxing outing on Sunday, Jason Grilli has gotten a few days off. On Wednesday, Mark Melancon pitched the 9th inning in his stead. So far, there’s no indication that this is anything serious. No hierarchy change. . Closer . Set-Up . 2nd in line . 2014 Closer…