Closer Monkey | 2026
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David Robertson to shoulder the load amidst Phillies bullpen injuries
August 22, 2022 Milwaukee Brewers – Devin Williams wasn’t available Sunday after a heavy workload leading up, so Taylor Rogers got the 9th inning in a 3-run game, converting for his 29th save of the season — and his first since July 23. Hierarchy remains: Williams | Rogers | Bush. Cincinnati Reds – With a…
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Seranthony Dominguez placed on the IL
August 21, 2022 Philadelphia Phillies – Seranthony Dominguez is headed to the IL. David Robertson will take over as closer while Dominguez is out. Updated hierarchy: Robertson | Alvarado | Hand.
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Luis Garcia records save after Josh Hader is removed from closer’s role while Seranthony Dominguez needs an MRI
August 21, 2022 Philadelphia Phillies – The Vulture Save Watch predicted that David Robertson might get a save yesterday but it certainly didn’t play out as we planned. Seranthony Dominguez was unavailable because of tightness in his right tricep. Dominguez will likely have an MRI today and we will send an alert if it comes…
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Padres to give Josh Hader a break from closing
August 20, 2022 San Diego Padres – We told you this morning to expect the Padres to demote Josh Hader, and they did just that, as Bob Melvin announced that they will give Hader “a break” from closing in order to get him some more regular work. Luis Garcia should be the first Padre given…
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Josh Hader continues to struggle, while Helsley heads to Paternity Leave
August 20. 2022St. Louis Cardinals — Ryan Helsley will be on the Paternity list for a couple of days, and while last night’s game was not a save situation we saw Giovanny Gallegos protect a 4 run lead. We expect Gallegos to see any save chances that come along, with Genesis Cabrera in the mix…
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