Closer Monkey | 2026
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A.J. Minter gets first Braves save after Kenley Jansen was placed on IL
June 29, 2022 Atlanta Braves – The Braves might have tipped their hands on who they think should be closing games without Kenley Jansen. A.J. Minter got the first post-Jansen save chance Tuesday and converted for his first save of 2022. Will Smith was presumably available, but he did not appear. Consider this a fluid…
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Kenley Jansen placed on the IL with irregular heartbeat
June 28, 2022 Atlanta Braves – Kenley Jansen has been placed on the IL with an irregular heartbeat. Look for Will Smith to close in his place. AJ Minter, who by most measures has been the team’s best reliever this season, could also get a look. Updated hierarchy: Smith | Minter | McHugh.
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Raisel Iglesias faces suspension; Matt Bush, Josh Staumont hit the IL
June 28, 2022 Texas Rangers – Matt Bush was placed on the IL over the weekend, which means Dennis Santana will be in line for more 8th inning opportunities. Lefties Brett Martin and Matt Moore could also see a few more holds as a result. Updated hierarchy: Barlow | Santana | Martin. Kansas City Royals…
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Two saves in two days for Lou Trivino; Tanner Houck won’t pitch in Toronto
June 27, 2022 Tampa Bay Rays – Brooks Raley picked up his 4th save of the season with a clean 9th, after a scoreless 8th from Jason Adam. It’s his first save since May 11 so he’s probably still in about the right place on this hierarchy, but it’s the Rays so, you know, whatever.…
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Lou Trivino and Seranthony Dominguez record saves
June 26, 2022 Oakland A’s – Lou Trivino recorded a six-out save yesterday after A.J. Puk and Zach Jackson were used earlier in the game. Trivino was the A’s closer to start the season but has struggled all season and even after his two scoreless innings yesterday, his ERA is still 7.52 and his WHIP…
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