Closer Monkey | 2026
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Anthony Swarzak moves to the top of the Mets committee
June 11, 2018 New York Mets – Robert Gsellman got 6 big outs for the Mets last night, but it was Anthony Swarzak who got the ball in the 9th inning — the second straight game that he’s pitched after Gsellman. It wasn’t the most inspiring outing, as Swarzak walked a batter before inducing a…
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Anthony Swarzak picks up save with Familia sidelined
June 10, 2018 New York Mets – Anthony Swarzak picked up his first save of the season tonight, closing out a 2-run victory. Though Robert Gsellman has been the handcuff for Jeurys Familia all year — and Swarzak has only pitched a few innings all season long — it seems as if the latter will…
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Jordan Hicks and Hector Rondon record saves
June 10, 2018 St. Louis Cardinals — Jordan Hicks recorded his first career save yesterday. Hicks and closer Bud Norris had both pitched in back-to-back games, but Norris had it a little tougher with the rain delay on Friday so he got the day off. Norris is still the closer for now but this is…
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Jeurys Familia, Juan Nicasio land on 10-day DL
June 9, 2018 New York Mets – Jeurys Familia landed on the 10-day DL with a shoulder injury. Mickey Callaway said that an MRI looked “pretty clean” and that he hopes that Familia will return as soon as he is eligible. Robert Gsellman will likely get the first crack at any gsave opportunities while Familia gsits…
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Jeurys Familia placed on DL
June 8, 2018 New York Mets – Jeurys Familia was placed on the disabled list this afternoon retroactive to yesterday. Robert Gsellman is the best bet to close in his place, with Anthony Swarzak also potentially receiving consideration. Updated hierarchy: Gsellman | Swarzak | Sewald.
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