Category: hierarchy change
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Drew Storen returning to form, picks up save in Tyler Clippard’s absence
August 6, 2012 Washington Nationals – As expected, Tyler Clippard had the day off on Sunday, but it was Drew Storen who got the save chance in his place, while Sean Burnett pitched the 8th. Burnett has been excellent all season, but the Nats may be trying to use Storen similarly to how the Rangers…
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Bobby Parnell likely to earn a few more save chances; Alexi Ogando rising
August 5, 2012 Oakland A’s – Ryan Cook on Saturday blew his second save in a row and his fourth in his last six chances. He’s now got 7 blown saves on the year, which leads the league, and could be in danger of losing his job to former closer Grant Balfour. On the other…
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Frank Francisco returns from injury, should close right away
August 3, 2012 New York Mets – Frank Francisco is expected to be activated from the DL today. Bobby Parnell has been OK, but not great, in his place, so Francisco should resume closing immediately. Hierarchy change: Frank Francisco to Closer, Bobby Parnell to Set-up, Jon Rauch to 2nd in line. |Closer |Set-Up |2nd In…
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Jonathan Broxton and Josh Lindblom establishing themselves in their new bullpens
August 2, 2012 Philadelphia Phillies – The Phillies picked up Josh Lindblom in the Shane Victorino trade, and proved they would use him in tight spots immediately. He was one of three relievers to record an out in the 8th to bridge the gap to Jonathan Papelbon. Hierarchy change: Josh Lindblom to 2nd in line,…
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Greg Holland to close in KC; deadline moves affect hierarchies for Reds, Cardinals
August 1, 2012 Cincinnati Reds – The Reds acquired Royals closer Jonathan Broxton on Tuesday. Aroldis Chapman will remain the closer, while Broxton will share the 8th inning role with Sean Marshall. Hierarchy change: Jonathan Broxton to 2nd in line, replacing Logan Ondrusek. |Closer |Set-Up |2nd In Line |2013 Closer |Updated CIN |Chapman |Marshall |Broxton…