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Closer Monkey | 2026

  • AJ Minter likely headed to Gwinnett

    May 10, 2019 Atlanta Braves — It’s been a trying time for the Braves bullpen, and the rough trend continued Thursday. Luke Jackson got the ball in the ninth with a one-run lead and gave up the game-tying HR with two outs. In the tied tenth, AJ Minter was unable to record an out, allowing…

  • Shawn Kelley placed on IL

    May 9, 2019 Texas Rangers — Shawn Kelley has been placed on the IL with an infection.  Chris Martin should take over as the full time closer while Kelley is out. Updated hierarchy:  Martin | Leclerc | Jurado.

  • The Cubs submit to bullpen chaos

    May 9, 2019 Chicago Cubs — Before Wednesday’s game, Joe Maddon played to type by announcing that “anyone and everyone” could close in Pedro Strop’s absence. When the ninth inning came around with a one-run lead, Maddon sent out lefty Kyle Ryan, then pulled him for Steve Cishek after a single. That runner wound up…

  • Pedro Strop placed on IL

    May 8, 2019 Chicago Cubs – The Cubs placed Pedro Strop on the IL with a tight hamstring. Look for Steve Cishek to get the bulk of the save chances; Brandon Kintzler could potentially get a look as well. Updated hierarchy: *Cishek | Kintzler | Brach.* = closer-by-committee

  • Ryan Brasier, Anthony Swarzak struggle again

    May 8, 2019 Boston Red Sox – Ryan Brasier’s run of bad form continued on Tuesday when he allowed two runs on three hits in the eighth inning, turning a 6-3 lead into a 6-5 advantage. Matt Barnes got the last out of the eighth inning and stayed on in the ninth for his third…

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