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Edwin Diaz emerging in Seattle
July 17, 2016 Seattle Mariners — Edwin Diaz pitched the eighth inning in Saturday’s 1-0 win, striking out two and allowing just one hit. After the game, Scott Servais said that Diaz has “earned his trust,” but that Diaz hasn’t formally supplanted Joaquin Benoit in the eighth inning. Servais’ major concern is overusing Diaz, who is not…
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Craig Kimbrel to miss 3-6 weeks after knee surgery
July 9, 2016 Boston Red Sox — Craig Kimbrel will have surgery to replace cartilage in his left knee, and is expected to be out 3-6 weeks. Newly-acquired Brad Ziegler and veteran Koji Uehara should close in Kimbrel’s absence, with Uehara likely getting the first crack in the two-man committee since Ziegler is unavailable tonight. Matt…
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Mauricio Cabrera catching on in Atlanta
July 8, 2016 Atlanta Braves – Closer Arodys Vizcaino was unavailable Thursday after a rough outing Wednesday (1 IP, 2 ER, blown save, 21 pitches). In his place during an 11-inning affair against the Cubs? It was the recently called up Mauricio Cabrera, who pitched a clean 11th inning for his second save. With Vizcaino on…
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Wade Davis hits DL; Alex Colome returns
July 6, 2016 Kansas City Royals — Wade Davis hit the DL on Tuesday with a right forearm strain. Manager Ned Yost refused to commit to a replacement, saying he will “mix and match” depending on who is available. Kelvin Herrera is the best choice to take over Davis’ role, but Joakim Soria has closer experience and…
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Marlins to make decision Friday on Fernando Rodney’s role
July 1, 2016 Miami Marlins – The Marlins acquired San Diego closer Fernando Rodney on Thursday, but he did not play against the Braves. Manager Don Mattingly said he will announce his intentions with Rodney on Friday, but we believe he will stick with A.J. Ramos, who has converted 33 straight save opportunities, as his closer. Updated…