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Tag: Bryan Shaw

  • Diego Castillo MIA thus far; AJ Minter sent down

    July 19, 2021 Cleveland Indians – While James Karinchak and Emmanuel Clase got the day off after pitching in two straight, Bryan Shaw apparently had enough gas to pitch his 3rd straight game; he got the 9th inning and picked up the save. Hierarchy remains: Karinchak | Clase | Shaw. New York Mets – After…

  • Tejay Antone returns from the IL

    June 22, 2021 Cincinnati Reds – Tejay Antone was activated from the IL this morning and should reclaim a high-leverage position in Cincinnati’s committee. Given how short he was out, it should be safe to get him back into your lineup right away. Updated hierarchy: *Sims | Antone | Hembree.* = closer-by-committee Toronto Blue Jays…

  • Michael Fulmer emerging for Tigers

    May 14, 2021 Detroit Tigers — Gregory Soto was given his customary save chance Thursday, but when he ran into trouble (just one out and 2 ER), Michael Fulmer came on to get the final two outs on five pitches to earn his second save. It’s the second time this month Fulmer has come into…

  • After Diaz injury, is it gonna be May in New York?

    May 3, 2021 New York Mets – Edwin Diaz gave up the game-tying home run, and then didn’t, but had to come out of the game before throwing another pitch due to a sore back. He’s being reevaluated today, and if he needs to miss any time, Trevor May is the likely candidate for saves,…

  • 2020 NL West Preview

    February 26, 2020 Arizona Diamondbacks – Any conversation about the Arizona bullpen has to start with Mason Saunders. Although he projects as more of a starter, Saunders brings more experience on bulls than any other MLB team has on their entire roster. If Saunders does crack the rotation, the Diamondbacks will enter the season with…