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Craig Kimbrel headed to the Dodgers
April 1, 2022 Los Angeles Dodgers — It’s no April Fools’ joke; Craig Kimbrel is headed to LA, where he’s expected to close games. This will free Blake Treinen to be used in various high-leverage spots, with Daniel Hudson and Brusdar Graterol also taking important innings. Updated hierarchy: Kimbrel | Treinen | Hudson. Chicago White…
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Jake McGee should start the season as closer; Dylan Floro is battling an injury
March 30, 2022 San Francisco Giants – Gabe Kapler said that Jake McGee would begin the season as closer. We will move McGee to the head of the committee, but we still think that Camilo Doval is in the mix for saves. Updated hierarchy: *McGee | Doval | Rogers.* = closer-by-committee Miami Marlins – Dylan…
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Top 30 Middle Relievers for Holds
March 29, 2022 The Hold is becoming more fashionable in fantasy leagues who want to reward bullpen pitchers who perform well but don’t get the 9th inning for whatever reason. This list aims to identify players who fit that model. Players who we have listed as a team’s closer aren’t listed, as they will have…
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Top 15 Middle Relievers / Save Sleepers for 2022
March 28, 2022 Below are our top middle relievers/save sleepers for 2022. Please note that these rankings are based on traditional (saves only) leagues and are therefore weighted toward players with the best chances of getting save opportunities at some point this season. One guy who you won’t see on this list but is definitely…
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2022 Tiered Closer Rankings
March 25, 2022 Behold, Closer Monkey’s tiered closer rankings for 2022. Remember these rankings are based on traditional (5×5) leagues, so while WHIP and strikeouts are considered, holds are not. Stay tuned for our posts next week where we’ll discuss middle relievers. Tier 11 (tie). Liam Hendriks1 (tie). Josh Hader You know these guys pretty…