Closer Monkey | 2026
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Bobby Parnell new closer as Mets place Frank Francisco on DL
June 24, 2012 New York Mets – Frank Francisco was placed on the DL with a left oblique strain. Manager Terry Collins has said that Bobby Parnell will close while Francisco is out. Hierarchy change: Bobby Parnell to Closer, Jon Rauch to Set-up, Tim Byrdak to 2nd in line, Frank Francisco to DL. |Closer |Set-Up…
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Matt Capps reinjures shoulder Saturday, Glen Perkins to close
June 24, 2012 Minnesota Twins – Speaking on his weekly radio show, Ron Gardenhire said this morning that Matt Capps could be headed to the disabled list with a sore right shoulder. Capps is headed back to Minnesota for an MRI. Hierarchy change: Glen Perkins to Closer, Jared Burton to Set-up, Alex Burnett to 2nd…
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Clay Hensley bails out Santiago Casilla for second save of the season
June 24, 2012 San Francisco Giants – Clay Hensley picked up a one-out save after Santiago Casilla couldn’t close the door for the Giants on Saturday. Casilla has been solid all season, with only one official blown, and his job will not be in jeopardy unless he has a few more poor outings. No hierarchy…
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Ryan Cook struggles; Saves for Glen Perkins and David Hernandez
June 23, 2012 Minnesota Twins – Glen Perkins picked up his second save of the week on Friday. As noted in yesterday’s vulture save watch, Matt Capps is still nursing an injury, but should be back soon. No hierarchy change. |Closer |Set-Up |2nd In Line |2013 Closer |Updated MIN |Capps |Perkins |Burton |Capps |6/23/12 …
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Rex Brothers returning to 2011 form
June 22, 2012 Colorado Rockies – Sent to the minors after some early season struggles, Rex Brothers returned to the big leagues earlier this month and has since been dominant. Yesterday, he finished off the 7th inning, and has now allowing just 2 hits and 1 run in 8.2 innings, while striking out 14. Adam…
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