Closer Monkey | 2026
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Monkey Bytes: June 17
Sunday featured a full slate and a bonus contest with a doubleheader in Minnesota for a total of 16 games. There were four wins by relievers, two of the “bulk follower” variety, and nine saves, including two by Twins relievers during a sweep. However, the injury front was not quiet. Yimi García was pulled during…
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Monkey Bytes: June 16
First and foremost, Happy Father’s Day to my Dad and all those who have the honor of being fathers. Saturday’s slate could be considered one rife with lost opportunities. Craig Kimbrel, Kyle Finnegan, and Reed Garrett warmed up for a potential save chance until their respective teams scored runs in the eighth. Because of this,…
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Monkey Bytes: June 15
Friday night full slates produce a bounty of high-leverage events. Three relievers recorded wins and there were nine saves yesterday, including the first by Seranthony Domínguez in the bottom of the 11th against the Orioles. Three Takeaways Our condensed and full-game recaps cover Friday’s high-leverage events of interest. Closer CliffsNotes American League (RP | BAL):…
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Friday’s Three Takeaways: Cubs vs. Cardinals, Last Statistical Year Results, and Tanner Scott Rumors
When time allows, three takeaways will be a free-flowing column featuring a blend of statistical analysis and points of interest from the ever-evolving high-leverage world. It’s too early to consider St. Louis facing the Cubs a big series, but it may set the table for plans ahead of the trade deadline. Although it’s not the…
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Monkey Bytes: June 14
Sometimes, smaller slates like Thursday’s do not provide many storylines in the high-leverage ecosystem. However, yesterday’s 11 contests yielded three reliever wins, two via walk-offs, six saves, and two blown saves with a win attached (Shelby Miller; Michael Kopech). It also featured the return of Edwin Díaz, though he appeared with his team down by…
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