Tag: george kontos
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Carter Capps injured; Santiago Casilla roughed up
August 4, 2015 Miami Marlins – Carter Capps has recently become a target of baseball writing’s OG, due to the success he’s having with his probably-should-be-illegal delivery. But Bill James won’t have to fret about Capps for at least the next few weeks — the otherworldly set-up man has been placed on the DL. Updated hierarchy:…
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Vinnie Pestano moved out of setup role; Matt Thornton facing extra pressure?
July 9, 2013 Cleveland Indians — Vinnie Pestano’s failure to thrive after returning from an elbow injury has finally resulted in his demotion from the 8th inning role. Terry Francona says that Joe Smith will take over setup duties, with Cody Allen filling in when necessary — although the goal is to rehabilitate Pestano to his 2012 form. Hierarchy…
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Machi sent down, but Santiago Casilla may return soon; another Papel-blown save
June 25, 2013 San Francisco Giants — After a four-run, two-homer appearance on Sunday, Jean Machi was demoted to AAA Fresno. George Kontos took his place with the Giants and will slide right into Machi’s spot in their hierarchy. Note that Kontos is currently appealing a three-game suspension he received for throwing at Andrew McCutchen. In other…
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Scott Rice pitching well for Mets
April 20, 2013 New York Mets – The Mets went to Scott Rice in the eighth inning last night up 3 runs, and he responded by pitching a 1-2-3 inning. Rice has made 6 straight scoreless appearances and should continue to be used late in games for the Mets. Hierarchy change: Scott Rice to 2nd in…