Closer Monkey | 2026
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Will Smith picks up another save; Bryan Abreu continues to dominate
April 24, 2023 Houston Astros – After a 22-pitch outing on Saturday — his third appearance in the last four games — Ryan Pressly got the night off. In his absence, the Astros went to Hector Neris in the 8th inning in a tie game, followed by Bryan Abreu in the 9th, once they’d taken…
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Craig Kimbrel picks up a save while Bryan Abreu continues to impress
April 23, 2023 Philadelphia Phillies – The Vulture Save Watch had Craig Kimbrel listed yesterday and sure enough, Jose Alvarado got the day off as predicted and Kimbrel got the 9th inning. He pitched a perfect inning for his second save of the season. After giving up runs in three of his first four appearances…
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Shakeups in the AL West
April 22, 2023Oakland A’s — The A’s found themselves in a tie game late, and turned to Zach Jackson to face to top of the order in the 8th inning. He let the first two runners reach base, but got the next three outs and was in line for the win after the A’s scored…
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Michael Fulmer floundering for Cubs; Evan Phillips hits paternity list
April 21, 2023 Chicago Cubs – Michael Fulmer had a rough outing Thursday, yielding four runs on three hits and a walk while recording just one out to take his second loss. His ERA is now above 7.00 and recent evidence suggests he might not be the top option for saves. He tossed a scoreless…
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Zach Jackson to the ninth in Oakland
April 20, 2023 Oakland A’s — Trevor May has been placed on the IL with anxiety issues, joining Dany Jimenez (shoulder strain). We expect Zach Jackson to be first in line for saves for the time being. Updated hierarchy: Jackson | Familia | Moll.
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