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Closer Monkey | 2026

  • Craig Kimbrel will close for the Cubs — just not yet

    June 6, 2019 Chicago Cubs — As we told you last night, the Cubs locked down Craig Kimbrel with a three-year, $43 million contract. Kimbrel will take over as the Cubs’ closer — with the blessing of Pedro Strop — after a few weeks to rebuild arm strength. Meanwhile, on Wednesday night, Strop got the…

  • Craig Kimbrel signs with Cubs

    June 5, 2019 Chicago Cubs — Craig Kimbrel will reportedly sign with the Cubs, bolstering a bullpen that just got better with the return of Pedro Strop last night. Kimbrel will not join the roster right away – Joe Maddon envisions Kimbrel needing a minimum of three weeks to build up his arm. Hierarchy remains:…

  • Pedro Strop earns save in first game back from IL

    June 5, 2019 Chicago Cubs — The Cubs activated Pedro Strop prior to Tuesday’s game. Strop immediately returned to his usual ninth-inning role, recording the final three outs of a 6-3 win. Steve Cishek may still get an occasional save chance, but Strop will once again be the primary source of saves for the Cubs.…

  • Ryan Pressly keeps adding to his sterling season

    June 4, 2019 Houston Astros – Roberto Osuna got the night off after pitching in two of the last three, leaving Ryan Pressly to pick up his third save of the season. Pressly’s ERA is 0.64, which we guess is fine. Hierarchy remains: Osuna | Pressly | Rondon. Seattle Mariners – He didn’t factor in…

  • Jose Alvarado to miss a few days; Jordan Hicks on a short leash

    June 3, 2019 San Francisco Giants – Reyes Moronta has electric stuff, but we can’t continue to ignore the steady presence that Tony Watson has provided the Giants in the 8th inning all season long. He’s almost always the last man to bridge the gap to Will Smith and would likely be the choice for…

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