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Closer Monkey | 2026

  • Taylor Rogers returns to the ninth inning for the Twins

    June 15, 2019 Minnesota Twins — Taylor Rogers made his first appearance since June 6, completing a 1-2-3 ninth inning in a 2-0 win over the Royals. Rogers, who had been dealing with back stiffness, revealed after the game that he was good to go almost the entire time despite the injury and could have…

  • Blame it on the rain (and Edwin Diaz)

    June 14, 2019 Chicago White Sox — Alex Colome got an extra day of rest after 39 pitches on Tuesday, allowing lefty Aaron Bummer to grab his first career save. Bummer has been impressive (1.37 ERA, 5 holds), and is someone to watch in the late innings. Evan Marshall (0.00 ERA) hasn’t done anything wrong,…

  • Joe Biagini doesn’t make a great first impression with Ken Giles hurt

    June 13, 2019 Toronto Blue Jays — Interim closer Joe Biagini didn’t cover himself in glory in his first appearance in the role. Summoned with two men on and a six-run lead in the eighth, Biagini walked two and gave up a double. By the time Daniel Hudson shut the door, the lead had shrunk…

  • Ken Giles placed on the IL

    June 12, 2019 Toronto Blue Jays – The Blue Jays have placed Ken Giles on the 10-day IL with elbow inflammation. Look for Joe Biagini to benefit in his absence. Updated hierarchy: Biagini | Hudson | Gaviglio.

  • Mother Nature vultures a save from Luke Jackson

    June 12, 2019 Atlanta Braves – Anthony Swarzak owners owe Mother Nature a tip of the cap, as Swarzak officially earned a save after rain ended Tuesday’s game before the ninth inning began. Luke Jackson was ready to pitch the ninth before the rain halted play and eventually ensured the Braves’ 7-5 win over the…

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