Closer Monkey

Tag: Gabe Klobosits

  • 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…

  • Jeffrey Springs hits the IL; Tanner Rainey sent down

    August 2, 2021 Washington Nationals – Tanner Rainey was sent to AAA to try and get back on track. Rookie Gabe Klobosits, a 6’7″ righty who has two holds in his first two major league appearances, slides into this hierarchy. Updated hierarchy: Finnegan | Suero | Klobosits. Tampa Bay Rays — Jeffrey Springs was officially placed on…