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Mike Dunn earns first save in Miami’s closer-by-committee; Wilton Lopez returns
July 17, 2012 Houston Astros – Wilton Lopez has returned from the disabled list and resumed his 8th inning duties on Monday, throwing a clean inning on Monday ahead of Brett Myers. Lopez could get save chances if and when the Astros deal Brett Myers. Hierarchy change: Wilton Lopez to Set-up, Brandon Lyon to 2nd…
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Mark Melancon rising; random saves for Darren Oliver, Kevin Jepsen
July 16, 2012 Toronto Blue Jays – Darren Oliver pitched the last two innings in a three-run game for the Jays last night, earning his first save of the season. Casey Janssen remains the team’s regular closer, and will maintain that role for the foreseeable future, as the Jays also announced Sunday that Sergio Santos…
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Greg Holland returns to 8th inning role for Royals
July 15, 2012 Kansas City Royals – Greg Holland has re-taken the lead as the Royals go-to set-up man, an important spot to watch, given the likelihood that Jonathan Broxton will be dealt. Holland helped to finish off the 7th, and then pitched the 8th inning for the second night in a row, earning the…
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Kris Medlen rising in Atlanta; Matt Capps returns
July 14, 2012 Minnesota Twins – The Twins activated Matt Capps from the DL. He will resume closing immediately, as the Twins are hoping to build his value so they can deal him. Hierarchy change: Matt Capps to Closer, Glen Perkins to Set-up, Jared Burton to 2nd in line. |Closer |Set-Up |2nd In Line |2013…
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Steve Cishek to lead closer by committee in Miami
July 10, 2012 Miami Marlins – Ozzie Guillen told The Dan LeBatard Show today that he would use a closer-by-committee after the All Star Break. Steve Cishek is the best candidate for saves, while Mike Dunn could see some opportunities against lefty-heavy lineups. Juan Oviedo (nee Leo Nunez) will also be in the mix when…