Closer Monkey

Tag: Aroldis Chapman

  • Devin Williams to close in Josh Hader’s absence

    May 24, 2022 Tampa Bay Rays – Andrew Kittredge was placed on the IL over the weekend. He’s been an arm that the Rays have called upon frequently in the late innings (and he’s the most-owned Rays reliever in fantasy), so it’ll be interesting to see how they adapt to his absence. Personally, we’d like…

  • Matt Barnes booed off the mound and potentially out of the closer’s role

    August 25, 2021 Boston Red Sox — Matt Barnes was called upon to protect a three-run lead against the Twins in the ninth inning and proceeded to allow a leadoff homer followed by two walks before being mercifully pulled by Alex Cora. Hansel Robles was the next man up and, facing the team that traded…

  • Paul Sewald seems like the man in Seattle

    August 20, 2021 Seattle Mariners — The Mariners held a five-run lead in the ninth on Thursday, but that quickly vanished. Anthony Misiewicz started the ninth by allowing three straight hits. Diego Castillo was no better, walking in a run before allowing a game-tying, three-run shot. He managed to retire the final batter of the…

  • Jonathan Loaisiga picks up the save after Aroldis Chapman hits the IL

    August 8, 2021 New York Yankees — As we alerted you yesterday, Aroldis Chapman was placed on the IL with elbow inflammation.  The MRI did not reveal any structural damage and the Yankees are hopeful he can return from the IL when eligible.  Jonathan Loaisiga picked up the save yesterday and we think he will lead…

  • Aroldis Chapman placed on the IL

    August 7, 2021 New York Yankees — The Yankees placed Aroldis Chapman on the IL. Expect a committee of Jonathan Loiasiga, Chad Green and Zack Britton to handle the late innings while Chapman is out, with Loiasiga as the leader. Updated hierarchy: *Loiasiga | Green | Britton.* = closer-by-committee