Tag: Archie Bradley
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Baltimore moves into committee status; Hector Neris free and clear in Philly
April 21, 2018 St. Louis Cardinals — Okay, we can’t keep pretending that Greg Holland is at the top of this bullpen when he never sniffs a save chance. We’ll adjust when and if he gets a role commensurate with his paycheck, but for now, Bud Norris and his five saves have earned the slot.…
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Uneasy times for owners of Greg Holland and Ken Giles
April 14, 2018 St. Louis Cardinals — In a clear save opportunity, the Cardinals opted to go with Bud Norris over $14 million man Greg Holland. Norris put the tying runs on base, but managed to escape unscathed. Even as Norris was struggling, Holland wasn’t warming up, although Mike Matheny likes whoever is closing to feel…
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Ken Giles passed over for save chance, but A.J. Hinch denies any closer controversy
April 5, 2018 Houston Astros — Ken Giles owners have some reason for concern after A.J. Hinch chose a third inning of Brad Peacock rather than going to Giles with a one-run lead in the ninth. Hinch gave Giles a vote of confidence after the game, saying that the decision was all about “the way…