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Closer Monkey | 2026

  • 2021 AL West Preview

    March 3, 2021 Houston Astros — Houston’s bullpen was heavily reinforced in the offseason, with Joe Smith returning after a 2020 opt-out, Pedro Baez and Ryne Stanek signing on as free agents, and Steve Cishek joining the team on a minor-league contract. Ryan Pressly, who took over the ninth when Roberto Osuna was injured, should…

  • The Rays squander another chance at history

    September 27, 2020 Tampa Bay Rays — The Rays had another chance to be the first team in history with 13 different pitchers recording a save. Aaron Loup was warming up but Aaron Slegers was able to record the last out to pick up his second save of the season.  We will see if the…

  • Tampa Bay throws away a shot at history

    September 26, 2020 Kansas City Royals — The first save opportunity in Greg Holland’s absence went to Jesse Hahn, who lowered his ERA to 0.55 in the process. With just two games left in the season, the order of this committee will matter a lot less this weekend than how tired each guy is. As…

  • Greg Holland shut down for season

    September 25, 2020 Kansas City Royals — Greg Holland has been placed on the injured list with an oblique injury, ending his season. Ian Kennedy was recalled to the team, but isn’t likely to see the late innings. Instead we expect Scott Barlow and Jesse Hahn to compete for any remaining Royals save chances. Updated…

  • Many vulture saves possible in the final weekend of the season

    September 25, 2020 Toronto Blue Jays — Rafael Dolis returned from injury Thursday to record four outs and collect his fifth save. Anthony Bass faced the 2-3-4 hitters in the eighth inning, so we’re likely looking at a committee involving those two this weekend. Bass and Dolis could be competing to see not only who…

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