Tag: Chris Martin

  • Aroldis Chapman shaky again for Rangers; Tanner Scott back for Marlins

    September 29, 2023 Texas Rangers — Jose Leclerc, who we like the most in the Texas bullpen, entered in the eighth inning on Thursday, tossing a scoreless frame. That left the ninth for Aroldis Chapman, who struggled again. He was charged with two runs on two hits and a walk and did not record an out.…

  • James McArthur pitches his way to the top of the Royals’ hierarchy

    September 23, 2023 Kansas City Royals – James McArthur pitched 1.2 scoreless innings with a pair of strikeouts to pick up his second save.  McArthur has an ugly ERA because he gave up 7 earned runs in one inning in his first appearance of the season but he has reeled off nine straight scoreless outings…

  • Jansen to IL with COVID

    September 13, 2023 Boston Red Sox – Turns out the fatigue and illness was actually COVID, as Kenley Jansen was placed on the IL today. We expect Chris Martin to take over the job, with Josh Winckowski and Garrett Whitlock moving up.  Updated Hierarchy: Martin | Winckowski | Whitlock.

  • Ryan Helsley to lead closer committee after JoJo Romero’s mystery injury

    September 5, 2023 St. Louis Cardinals – While there’s still been no official word — or any specific injury designation — from the team, MLB’s transactions page showed that the Cardinals have placed JoJo Romero on the IL, retroactive to Sept. 2. Look for Ryan Helsley and Giovanny Gallegos to share save opportunities in his absence. Updated hierarchy:…

  • Jason Adam, Daniel Bard hit the IL

    September 4, 2023 St. Louis Cardinals – JoJo Romero got a second day off after throwing 35 pitches on Friday, as did Ryan Helsley, who made his first appearance off the IL in the same game. That left the save chance to Giovanny Gallegos, who converted for his 10th of the season. Hierarchy remains: *Romero…