Category: New York Mets
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Tony Watson, Kyle Crick both out for the season
September 11, 2019 New York Mets – Justin Wilson got a four-out save for the Mets, taking over for Brad Brach in the 8th and staying on through a tumultuous 9th for his second save of the year. Notably absent was Edwin Diaz, though Mickey Callaway said postgame that Diaz would still get his chances.…
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Seth Lugo continues to be Mets only reliable reliever
September 10, 2019 New York Mets – Seth Lugo had another dominant performance, striking out four hitters over two perfect innings. We’ve talked about his durability before, and he’ll still need regular rest even as the Mets attempt a last ditch run for the Wild Card, but he’s the clear top option here; we’re removing…
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Looks like Edwin Diaz will keep getting chances to blow saves
September 7, 2019 Atlanta Braves — A day after Mark Melancon gave up two runs on 28 pitches, he got the night off. Shane Greene came in to close out a one-run game, and impressed with a perfect inning and two strikeouts. This is Greene’s first save with the Braves, but he showed why he…
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Jose Urena earns his first save of the season
September 4, 2019 Miami Marlins – Jose Urena pitched a 1-2-3 10th inning to convert his first save opportunity in his new role as the Marlins’ closer. Expect Urena to get a majority of whatever save opportunities the Marlins can muster over the next few weeks. Hierarchy remains: *Urena | Stanek | Garcia.* = closer-by-committee…
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A renaissance for Edwin Diaz
August 29, 2019 New York Mets — After a few days off with trapezius tightness, Edwin Diaz returned on Wednesday and struck out the side. Talking him up after the game, Mickey Callaway said Diaz is now using Jacob deGrom’s slider grip. Hierarchy remains: *Lugo | Diaz | Wilson.* = closer-by-committee Cleveland Indians – Nick…