Tag: Andrew Kittredge
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Monkey Bytes: August 17
Even though it was not a full slate, Friday’s 14 games featured 11 games decided by three or fewer runs, nine by two or less, and seven one-run contests. Relievers recorded six wins, though a blown save accompanied two. High-leverage relievers also secured eight saves in a stress-filled slate. Our condensed game recaps cover all…
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Monkey Bytes: June 18
Only one reliever won during Monday’s nine-game slate, but five relievers secured saves. Another late-inning meltdown by the Cubs bullpen will spark fantasy anticipation of a hierarchal change. Still, Craig Counsell remains steadfast in supporting his veteran reliever, which segues nicely into today’s Three Takeaways. Three Takeaways Link: https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/IA3Fw/1/ Our condensed and full game recaps…
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Monkey Bytes; June 9
Although Saturday provided a full slate of contests, it only yielded five reliever wins and five saves. Two saves were ancillary, including the first of Pedro Avila‘s career. An update regarding Jordan Romano also surfaced. He received an anti-inflammatory injection and will begin his rehab protocol for his return. This represents his second such injection.…
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Monkey Bytes; June 4
Four relievers won and four saved in Monday’s eight-game slate. Although not pretty, the Mets’ bullpen finished with a one-run win over Washington, featuring Jake Diekman recording the last two outs. Josh Hader capped a comeback rally by his teammates against the Cardinals, and it was José Alvarado‘s turn in the Phillies “floating closer” concept.…
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Monkey Bytes, May 12: Kimbrel records his fourth win, Jansen secures his sixth save, Game Recaps, and more
First, a Happy Mother’s Day to our readers, and their families. An extra-inning contest forced manager Brandon Hyde’s hand in the top of the 11th. He brought in Craig Kimbrel into a high-leverage situation, and the veteran closer responded, tossing a scoreless frame and stranding the “place” runner against the heart of Arizona’s lineup. A…