Category: Los Angeles Dodgers
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Carlos Martinez to pitch the 8th for Cardinals; Casey Janssen injured
March 31, 2014 Los Angeles Dodgers – Brian Wilson pitched a scoreless inning in Australia, but his first 2014 appearance in the states wasn’t a memorable one, as he gave up three runs and took the loss against the Padres. Wilson’s 8th inning gig isn’t in danger yet, but there are lots of former closers…
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The top 15 relievers for holds in fantasy baseball
For those of you in leagues that focus on holds, here’s our take on the top 15 options: 1. Tyler Clippard, Washington Nationals 2. Joel Peralta, Tampa Bay Rays 3. Jordan Walden, Atlanta Braves 4. Mark Melancon, Pittsburgh Pirates 5. Kelvin Herrera, Kansas City Royals 6. Sergio Santos, Toronto Blue Jays 7. Luke Gregerson, Oakland A’s 8. Jake McGee, Tampa Bay Rays 9. Alexi Ogando, Texas Rangers 10. Junichi Tazawa,…
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Closer Rankings: Nos. 1-10
March 13, 2014 10. Jason Grilli, Pittsburgh Pirates — Had a great 2013, but he’s older than you might think, with lingering health concerns. Still the top option for a team good enough to win a lot, but not good enough to win by a lot. 9. David Robertson, New York Yankees — As the post-Mo era…
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2014 NL West bullpen preview
March 7, 2014 Arizona Diamondbacks – The Diamondbacks picked up Addison Reed in the offseason, but in a somewhat surprising move, have not handed him the closer gig. GM Kevin Towers said in February that the closer role will be a competition between Reed and J.J. Putz, a statement backed up by Kirk Gibson yesterday.…
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Brian Wilson continues to be effective since his return
September 13, 2013 Los Angeles Dodgers – Six days ago, Brian Wilson allowed a walk, a stolen base, and a single in the 10th inning of a tied game against the Reds, counting for the only run he’s allowed since returning to the big leagues. Last night, Wilson was on the better end of it,…