Tag: Dale Thayer
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David Aardsma debuts for Mets, is probably already better than almost anyone else they’ve got
June 9, 2013 New York Mets – After a solid stint in AAA, David Aardsma was called up to the bigs and pitched a scoreless inning in the Mets marathon 20-inning loss on Saturday. Given his past experience in the 9th, a couple good outings in a row could position him for an opportunity when…
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Joe Nathan, forever waiting, for a save that will never come
June 7, 2013 Texas Rangers — Ron Washington used Tanner Scheppers in a tied eighth inning, but since (as everyone knows) “you can’t use your closer on the road in the ninth inning of a tie ballgame,” out came Michael Kirkman and his 2.18 ERA WHIP for the ninth. Double, intentional walk, three-run homer, ballgame. Maybe Ron and Joe…
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Luke Gregerson and Rex Brothers move into 9th inning roles; Tom Wilhelmsen struggling
June 2, 2013 Seattle Mariners – Tom Wilhelmsen blew his third save in four chances on Sunday, walking the bases loaded and then allowing a walk-off triple. Eric Wedge didn’t say anything ominous about Wilhelmsen’s job security after the game, saying that closers go through rough spots throughout the season, but should Wilhelmsen blow another save…
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Huston Street hits DL, Luke Gregerson to close
June 1, 2013 San Diego Padres – Huston Street has been placed on the DL with a strained calf. Luke Gregerson is the best bet for saves in his absence. Hierarchy change: Luke Gregerson to Closer, Dale Thayer to Set-up, Joe Thatcher to 2nd in line, Huston Street to DL. . Closer . Set-Up .…
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Gregerson Closing in Street’s Place; Guerrier Returns to Bullpen for Dodgers
September 1, 2012 Los Angeles Dodgers – Matt Guerrier returned from the 60-day DL on Friday, allowing one run and taking the loss after he entered a tie game in the 11th inning. Guerrier had not pitched since April 18. He will move back into the 7th-inning role that he held before his injury. Hierarchy change:…