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Adam Dunn finally makes Chicago happy
August 6, 2014 Chicago White Sox — Down 15 in the ninth, Robin Ventura summoned the most expensive option he had: Adam “Big Donkey” Dunn. The active leader in striking out couldn’t induce one of his own, but managing to hold a team to one run in an inning deserves a commendation by White Sox standards. Meanwhile, Zach Putnam joined Matt Lindstrom…
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Papelbon placed on waivers; Axford earns a save
August 5, 2014 Philadelphia Phillies — Jonathan Papelbon was placed on waivers Monday and is expected to clear on Wednesday. That will free him up for a trade, though he will only waive his no-trade clause if he can close elsewhere. Those options are few and far between, but if a trade is worked out, Ken…
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Miller debuts for the O’s in big spot while Peralta has impressive outing
August 2, 2014 Baltimore Orioles — One day after trading for Andrew Miller, the Orioles threw their new big lefty reliever out there in the 8th inning to protect a one run lead. He was brought on after a walk to Austin Jackson put the tying run on base and two lefties were due up next. Miller…
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Siegrist returns to Cardinals bullpen; Uehara finally gets save chance
July 28, 2014 St. Louis Cardinals — Kevin Siegrist has returned from the DL and despite taking the loss on Friday night, pitched a perfect eighth inning on Sunday against the top three bats in the Cubs’ order. The left-hander appears to be a solid option for holds going forward, but Jason Motte is still likely…
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Betances collects first save; Chapman back in business
July 8, 2014 New York Yankees – After throwing 21 pitches on Sunday, David Robertson got Monday night off. That paved the way for All-Star Dellin Betances to collect his first career save. Hierarchy remains: Robertson | Betances | Warren. Cincinnati Reds – Aroldis Chapman was warming up to enter the ninth inning on Monday…