Tag: Adbert Alzolay
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Tiered Rankings (March 1, 2024)
With March upon us and draft season on the horizon, it’s time for the first run of tiered rankings. It’s difficult to choose which reliever will be the “closer” for a few teams, and many may prefer avoiding certain situations, like these three: At present, there are three writers ready at the wheel for Closer…
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Spring Vibes, March 4: Bednar’s injury, Mariners roster projection, Game Recaps, and more
Pittsburgh Pirates – After seeing a report on “X” regarding a lat issue for David Bednar, MLB.com’s injuries and roster moves tab provided some insight on the setback. He felt tightness during his throwing program, and the team will monitor his progress. He’s not appeared in a spring training contest yet. Depending on how long…
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Jansen shut down, Alzolay returns
September 30, 2023Boston Red Sox — The Red Sox announced after last night’s game that Kenley Jansen will be shut down for the season, saying after not pitching for several weeks it wouldn’t be fair to him. This led to Garret Whitlock getting a 2 inning save last night. This means that Josh Winckowski will…
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Cubs have several options after Adbert Alzolay injury
September 12, 2023 Atlanta Braves – After AJ Minter and Raisel Iglesias pitching the 8th and 9th innings (the latter blowing the save), the Braves went to Kirby Yates after retaking the lead in the top of the 10th. Yates converted for his 4th save of the year. Hierarchy remains: Iglesias | Minter | Yates.…
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Adbert Alzolay placed on IL
September 11, 2023 Chicago Cubs – Adbert Alzolay has been placed on the IL with a forearm strain. Look for Mark Leiter Jr. and Julian Merryweather to get the bulk of the chances in his absence. Updated hierarchy: *Leiter Jr. | Merryweather | Boxberger.* = closer-by-committee