Closer Monkey

Tag: Chris Stratton

  • Josh Taylor and Chris Stratton record saves

    September 12, 2021 Boston Red Sox — Josh Taylor picked up an extra-innings save yesterday, pitching a scoreless 10th inning.  Garrett Whitlock pitched the 8th and 9th innings with the game tied.  The Red Sox are still in committee mode and it’s tough to know who will get the save on any given night.  The…

  • Tyler Clippard lands on the COVID-19 list

    September 8, 2021 Arizona Diamondbacks — The Diamondbacks have placed Tyler Clippard on the COVID-19 list and sent Taylor Clarke down to Triple-A. We expect Noe Ramirez, who pitched the ninth in a losing effort yesterday, to take over as closer while Clippard is out. Updated hierarchy: Ramirez | Wendelken | Mantiply. Pittsburgh Pirates –…

  • Adam Morgan, Brandon Bielak pick up saves

    September 7, 2021 Chicago Cubs – Rowan Wick got the day off after throwing 2 innings Sunday, so Adam Morgan picked up the save in his stead. We’ll move Morgan up to the handcuff slot. Updated hierarchy: Wick | Morgan | Heuer. Houston Astros – Brandon Bielak pitched the final three innings in a blowout,…

  • 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…

  • Jake Brentz, Zack Britton placed on the IL

    August 24, 2021 New York Yankees – Zack Britton was placed on the IL with a left elbow sprain. The injury appears minor, but there isn’t a timetable for his return yet. Hierarchy remains: Chapman | Loaisiga | Green. Kansas City Royals – Jake Brentz was placed on the IL with a shoulder injury, though…