Tag: Antonio Bastardo
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Grab Bastardo while you can; Casilla struggles in high-A rehab
July 10, 2013 Philadelphia Phillies — As predicted in yesterday’s Vulture Save Watch, Antonio Bastardo earned his second save of the year on Tuesday, allowing Jonathan Papelbon some much-needed rest. With Mike Adams now on the long-term disabled list and Papelbon possibly moving to Detroit or Boston, Bastardo’s value could soon increase dramatically. No hierarchy change. . Closer . Set-Up . 2nd…
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Vinnie Pestano moved out of setup role; Matt Thornton facing extra pressure?
July 9, 2013 Cleveland Indians — Vinnie Pestano’s failure to thrive after returning from an elbow injury has finally resulted in his demotion from the 8th inning role. Terry Francona says that Joe Smith will take over setup duties, with Cody Allen filling in when necessary — although the goal is to rehabilitate Pestano to his 2012 form. Hierarchy…
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Heath Bell blows save, Mike Adams is back on the DL
June 23, 2013 Arizona Diamondbacks – Heath Bell blew another save last night, and he has given up a homerun in his last five appearances. When Kirk Gibson was asked about Bell continuing to close he just said that he would have to think about it. JJ Putz is currently on a rehab assignment and could…
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Should Jonathan Papelbon be traded, Mike Adams has the edge for saves in Philly
June 14, 2013 Philadelphia Phillies – The Philadelphia bullpen hasn’t been a point of strength this season, and it’s been touch-and-go in terms of getting the ball to Jonathan Papelbon, who until last night didn’t have a single save in June. After Antonio Bastardo got knocked around on Wednesday, blowing the game in the 7th…
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Antonio Bastardo, Ryan Cook move into set-up roles
June 3, 2013 Philadelphia Phillies – Jonathan Papelbon missed the game on Sunday with a bad sinus infection and could be out for an additional day or two. Antonio Bastardo picked up a shaky save in his absence and will likely share 9th inning duties with Mike Adams if Papelbon needs another day to recover.…