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  • Monkey Bytes; June 2

    Before the games began on Saturday, Toronto placed Jordan Romano on the 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation. He will be shut down from throwing for a few days and then begin his throwing regimen for a return. Per manager John Schneider, Yimi García will be the preferred option for saves in the interim, though…

  • Month in Review for Relievers: Results of Interest and Trends through the End of May

    With two months of the season finished, one must remember it’s just past one-third of the season. Do not overreact. But, this process will focus on underlying metrics, hard statistical data, and comparing results from April to May. Team Saves Blown Saves Save Opportunities Year-to-Date (through May) Leverage Trends by Relievers Link: https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/qAal7/1/ One notices…

  • Monkey Bytes; May 30

    Wednesday’s slate only yielded three saves, but there were some interesting high-leverage events. Plus, fantasy managers should monitor the Blue Jays bullpen, as noted in our recap below. A few vulture options can be deployed on today’s limited eight-game slate, and it’s almost June. Last, the Mets bullpen remains ineffective, and the team placed Edwin…

  • Monkey Bytes; May 29

    Tuesday’s full slate was reduced by one postponement, but the Dodgers/Mets doubleheader still provided 15 games. Speaking of which, Los Angeles recorded a sweep with two saves, including Blake Treinen‘s first this year. Plus, the team will activate its closer on Friday. There was an injury scare in Milwaukee when a comeback line drive struck…

  • Tiered SOLDS Rankings; Week 10

    Providing more coverage, our first attempt at tiered SOLDS rankings will reflect a mix of in-season results already accrued and rest-of-the-season potential. Rankings like this change rapidly, but here are 65 relievers in five tiers before game action on Tuesday, May 28. Tier One Tier Two Tier Three Tier Four Tier Five SOLDS Leaders 2024…