Closer Monkey | 2026
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Kevin Jepsen and J.J. Putz return to the disabled list
August 26, 2013 Los Angeles Angels – The Angels’ struggling bullpen took another blow on Sunday, as Kevin Jepsen underwent appendix surgery and will likely miss the rest of the season. Michael Kohn, who picked up his 6th hold of the season on Saturday, should see more high-leverage innings in Jepsen’s absence. Hierarchy change: Michael…
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Ernesto Frieri back to being primary closer, Chia-Jen Lo picks up save
August 25, 2013 Los Angeles Angels – Mike Scioscia said yesterday that Ernesto Frieri will go back to being the primary closer. Scioscia said that Dane de la Rosa may still get the occasional save but it looks like Frieri will be the guy moving forward. Hierarchy change: Ernesto Frieri to Closer, Dane de la Rosa…
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Ernesto Frieri and Jim Johnson close to winning their jobs back
August 24, 2013 Baltimore Orioles — Jim Johnson picked up the save on Friday night as he pitched a perfect inning with 1 strikeout. Right now it looks like both Tommy Hunter and Jim Johnson are worth owning. If Jim Johnson is able to string together a couple good outings he should reclaim his role as…
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Edward Mujica dealing with nagging injuries; Rex Brothers closing again
August 23, 2013 St. Louis Cardinals – Edward Mujica, who has been pressed into several 2-inning outings over the past several weeks, is dealing with some nagging injuries, including a sore back and dead arm. The Cardinals think he’ll be OK, but Mujica owners might want to add Trevor Rosenthal just in case. In deeper…
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Rex Brothers re-inherits closer role after Betancourt leaves with injury
August 22, 2013 Colorado Rockies – Rafael Betancourt left Thursday’s game with an elbow injury and is likely headed back to the disabled list. Rex Brothers will resume closing in his place. Hierarchy change: Rex Brothers to Closer, Matt Belisle to Set-up, Wilton Lopez to 2nd in line, Rafael Betancourt injured. . Closer . Set-Up…
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