Closer Monkey

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  • Marlins bullpen coughs up another lead

    May 9, 2022 Chicago White Sox – With an assured day of rest for Liam Hendriks, it was assumed that Kendall Graveman would get the save chance on Sunday if one arose. But instead, Tony La Russa gave the highly-used Graveman the day off as well, and Jose Ruiz and Bennett Sousa combined for a…

  • Jhoan Duran impresses while recording his second save

    May 8, 2022 Minnesota Twins – Jhoan Duran recorded the last six outs, five via strikeout, to preserve a 1-0 Twins victory and earn his second save of the season.  Emilio Pagan picked up the save on Friday so this is still a committee, but it’s hard not to get excited about Duran, especially when…

  • Melancon Returns, Vultures aplenty on rain soaked night

    May 7, 2022Arizona Diamondbacks — Mark Melancon was activated from the COVID IL, and watched Merrill Kelly get 26 outs before running into trouble in the 9th. Melancon walked the first batter he saw, but got a groundout to end the game and earn his 5th save. Melancon jumps right back into the closers role,…

  • Ryan Pressly activated from IL; Mets complete amazing comeback in 9th

    May 6, 2022 Houston Astros – Ryan Pressly returned from a stint on the injured list Thursday and was not effective. He allowed two hits, including a two-run homer, on 21 pitches (just 12 strikes). His ERA sits at 6.23. On the bright side, he did pick up the win on Thursday when Houston rallied…

  • Lou Trivino struggles in return from COVID IL

    May 4, 2022 Oakland A’s – Lou Trivino was activated from the COVID IL on Tuesday, though manager Mark Kotsay said prior to the game that “Lou has that opportunity to get back to that closing role.” Kotsay also said that there aren’t necessarily defined roles in the Oakland bullpen. The A’s sure looked like…