Category: Oakland A’s
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Liam Hendriks passes Santiago Casilla
September 28, 2017 Oakland A’s — Liam Hendriks got the seventh ahead of Chris Hatcher and Blake Treinen last night. We know that, at this point in the season, we’re the only ones who care about this, so we didn’t bother emailing you about it. You’re welcome. Donate button’s on the right sidebar! Updated hierarchy:…
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Chris Hatcher becoming a reliable set-up man
September 18, 2017 Cincinnati Reds – Raisel Iglesias got a second day off after throwing 42 pitches on Friday, so Michael Lorenzen got his second save with a clean 9th inning. He remains Iglesias’s handcuff going into the season’s final two weeks. Hierarchy remains: Iglesias | Lorenzen | Shackelford. Oakland A’s – Chris Hatcher finished…
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Yankees likely to lean on Aroldis Chapman in the stretch run
September 7, 2017 New York Yankees — With Dellin Betances struggling as head of the Yankees closer committee (7.94 ERA and two baserunners an inning over the last two weeks), Joe Girardi is strongly considering a return to Aroldis Chapman. Some say the move is a bit hasty, but the $17-million lefty won’t keep the…
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Greg Holland’s struggles continue, Blake Parker records save
August 27, 2017 Colorado Rockies — Greg Holland entered the ninth inning last night trying to protect a three run lead. He recorded only one out, while giving up a two runs on three hits. Jake McGee replaced Holland and got a double play to end the game. Holland’s month of August has been atrocious. His…