Closer Monkey | 2026
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Tuesday’s Three Takeaways: Astros, Twins, and White Sox Reliever Notes
Because game summaries cannot fully capture developing leverage situations, this column will focus on specific teams or relievers from a fantasy lens. Our initial post will delve into the lack of depth in Houston’s leverage ladder, how Minnesota was willing to use Jhoan Durán in a third straight game, and the downward spiral in the…
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Monkey Bytes; June 11
Although Monday only provided a seven-game slate, relievers recorded three wins, including a walk-off in Seattle and three saves. Michael Kopech has not recorded a save since May 15 and his grip on the closer role for the White Sox may be in jeopardy. Minnesota warmed up Jhoan Durán for a potential save, but his…
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Closer Monkey SOLDS Rankings: Week 12
Things have settled across the high-leverage landscape, with another week in the rearview mirror. Although rankings change rapidly, our tiered ranks combine current season results while considering the rest of the season and should not be considered gospel. Here is the latest entering gameplay on June 10. Tier One Tier Two Tier Three Tier Four…
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Closer Monkey Tiered Closer Rankings; Week 12
Things have settled across the high-leverage landscape, with another week in the rearview mirror. Although rankings change rapidly, our tiered ranks combine current season results while considering the rest of the season and should not be considered gospel. Tier One This group represents the only five relievers with 17 or more saves entering games this…
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Monkey Bytes; June 10
It was a chaotic slate featuring four extra-inning contests and a walk-off home by the Angels. Nine relievers recorded wins and seven secured saves, with Clay Holmes notching the last one during Sunday night baseball. Andrés Muñoz made his first appearance since the collision at home plate. However, his manager used him in the highest-leveraged…
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