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Anthony Bass blows second save on controversial HBP
April 9, 2021 Miami Marlins – Anthony Bass blew his second save in as many tries on Thursday, coughing up a game-tying home run before “hitting” Michael Conforto with a pitch with the bases loaded to end it. Some — including the home plate umpire — think Conforto was struck because he hung over the…
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Ian Kennedy, Chris Devenski earn save chances
April 7, 2021 Arizona Diamondbacks — Joakim Soria landed on the IL Tuesday thanks to his calf injury, which paved the way for Chris Devenski’s second save opportunity of the season. Devenski was unable to deliver, as he allowed a two-out solo shot that tied the game. Despite allowing a solo homer in each of…
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Joakim Soria placed on IL
April 6, 2021 Arizona Diamondbacks — Joakim Soria officially landed on the IL after suffering a calf injury on Sunday. We expect a committee of Stefan Crichton, Kevin Ginkel and Chris Devenski to be in the mix for saves during Soria’s absence. Updated hierarchy: *Crichton | Ginkel | Devenski.* = closer-by-committee
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Joakim Soria facing a possible calf injury
April 5, 2021 Arizona Diamondbacks — Joakim Soria was called on in the eighth inning to pitch to the middle of the Padres’ lineup, but the 36-year-old left the game with an apparent calf injury suffered while covering first base. With Arizona off on Monday, Soria will head back to Phoenix for tests, and we’ll…
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Diego Castillo and Mark Melancon are clear committee leaders
April 3, 2021 Tampa Bay Rays — These are the Rays we know and love! Pete Fairbanks got the high-leverage final out in the sixth; Chaz Roe collected a hold, but was instrumental in blowing the lead; and the save chance wound up with Diego Castillo, his second in as many days. While Tampa’s bullpen…