Closer Monkey | 2026
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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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Jordan Romano hits the IL with back inflammation
July 30, 2023 Toronto Blue Jays – The Blue Jays placed All-star closer Jordan Romano on the IL with back inflammation. The Blue Jays will mix and match while Romano is out but Erik Swanson and Yimi Garcia will likely be primary sources for saves while Romano is out. Updated hierarchy: *Swanson | Garcia |…
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Jordan Romano headed to the IL
July 29, 2023 Toronto Blue Jays – Jordan Romano will need an IL stint after his back locked up during Friday’s game. Look for Erik Swanson and Yimi Garcia to be the best options for saves in his absence. Updated hierarchy: Swanson | Garcia | Mayza.
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Back discomfort forces Jordan Romano’s early exit
July 29, 2023 Toronto Blue Jays – Jordan Romano had faced five hitters in the 9th on Friday — retiring two and allowing three of them to reach — when his back “locked up,” per John Schneider. Yimi Garcia recorded the game’s final out and earned his third save, though Romano’s removal is obviously the…
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White Sox trade Kendall Graveman and Joe Kelly
July 28, 2023 Chicago White Sox – The White Sox continued trading away relievers on Friday, sending closer Kendall Graveman to the Astros and setup man Joe Kelly to the Dodgers. We told you earlier this month that Gregory Santos is a guy to watch and now he heads a committee that includes Keynan Middleton and…
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