Closer Monkey | 2026
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Monkey Bytes: June 21
Smaller slates like last night’s nine-game one can provide limited high-leverage events or a multitude of them. Yesterday’s contests yielded six saves, two blown saves resulting in a win, and five wins by relievers. Headlining the saves, Arizona played its first game, which was not decided by five or more runs in 11 games, providing…
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Monkey Bytes: June 20
Wednesday’s slate featured six reliever wins and nine saves. Two were in extra-innings recording by Phil Maton and Dillon Tate. Colten Brewer also held on for his first major league save, navigating around two walks. At the same time, Héctor Neris received an extra day off for a mental reset, which segues nicely into our…
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Monkey Bytes: June 19
Tuesday provided a high volume of high-leverage events, including six wins by relievers and three via walk-offs. There were 10 saves across the 15-game slate, including three requiring only one out. Both Chicago teams recorded a save, though the names may be a surprise. Three Takeaways Our condensed and full game recaps cover Tuesday’s high-leverage…
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Monkey Bytes: June 18
Only one reliever won during Monday’s nine-game slate, but five relievers secured saves. Another late-inning meltdown by the Cubs bullpen will spark fantasy anticipation of a hierarchal change. Still, Craig Counsell remains steadfast in supporting his veteran reliever, which segues nicely into today’s Three Takeaways. Three Takeaways Link: https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/IA3Fw/1/ Our condensed and full game recaps…
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Closer Monkey Updated Tiered Rankings, Saves and SOLDS: Week 13
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 17. These may change once news regarding the severity of Yimi García‘s elbow soreness updates. If a reliever resides on the injured list,…
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