Closer Monkey | 2026
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Trevor Gott struggles again while Aroldis Chapman could return soon
August 16, 2020 San Francisco Giants — Sometimes after a bad night, it’s best to get right back out there the next night with a chance to get back on track. Unfortunately for Trevor Gott, that was not the case. After giving up 5 runs on Friday, Gott was sent back out there to protect…
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Kirby Yates is likely to miss some time
August 15, 2020 San Diego Padres – Kirby Yates exited after just six pitches Friday night and will have an MRI on his elbow. Something has been off with Yates all season long, and whether this injury was a symptom or a cause remains to be seen, but look for Drew Pomeranz to close in…
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Kirby Yates exits after 6 pitches, heads for MRI
August 15, 2020 San Diego Padres – Kirby Yates exited after just six pitches earlier in the evening and will have an MRI on his elbow. Something has been off with Yates all season long, and whether this injury was a symptom or a cause remains to be seen, but look for Drew Pomeranz to…
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The Cubs aren’t turning to Craig Kimbrel these days
August 14, 2020 Chicago Cubs – The Cubbies are 13-3, so it would appear many more save chances are coming, but who will be getting the bulk of them? Rowan Wick converted his third save Thursday and appears to be ripping the role out of the hands of Craig Kimbrel, who hasn’t pitched since Aug.…
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Keone Kela brings a rare ray of hope to Pittsburgh
August 13, 2020 Pittsburgh Pirates — The Pirates haven’t lost in three days. Haven’t won either, but we’ll look on the bright side! Adding to this recent turn of good fortune, Keone Kela returns today. Kela hasn’t pitched yet this year due to his bout with COVID-19, but he’ll be active for this weekend’s series…
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