Closer Monkey | 2026
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Scott Barlow traded to Padres
August 1, 2023 Kansas City Royals – As expected, the Royals dealt closer Scott Barlow, sending him to the Padres. We expect Carlos Hernandez to lead a committee that includes Taylor Clarke and Dylan Coleman. Updated hierarchy: *Hernandez | Clarke | Coleman.* = closer-by-committee
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Andres Munoz takes over as Mariners closer; more deals likely on MLB Trade Deadline Day
August 1, 2023 Arizona Diamondbacks – The Diamondbacks traded for Paul Sewald on Monday afternoon, and he said after the deal was made that he’s “excited” to go to a team that wanted him more. While he heads to Arizona, Scott McGough earned the save Monday and now looks to become one of a number…
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Mariners trade closer Paul Sewald to Diamondbacks
July 31, 2023 Arizona Diamondbacks – The Diamondbacks have traded for closer Paul Sewald. We figure he’ll hold the same role in an Arizona bullpen that has had trouble finding ninth-inning stability, distributing at least three saves to four different pitchers (Kevin Ginkel, Andrew Chafin, Miguel Castro and Scott McGough). Updated hierarchy: Sewald | Ginkel…
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Hicks on his way to Toronto and some post-trade shakeups.
July 31, 2023Toronto Blue Jays – The Blue Jays bolstered their bullpen on Sunday picking up Jordan Hicks from the St. Louis Cardinals. Hicks will take his 100+ MPH fastball north of the border and is likely to be the first choice for Toronto as long as Jordan Romano is out. We do think Romano…
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Jordan Hicks traded from Cardinals to Blue Jays
July 30, 2023 Toronto Blue Jays – The Blue Jays acquired Jordan Hicks from the Cardinals. Hicks was one of the best relief arms on the market and we will slide him to the top of this committee while Romano is out. Updated hierarchy: Hicks | Swanson | Garcia.* = closer-by-committee St. Louis Cardinals —…
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