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  • Jeurys Familia traded to Oakland

    July 21, 2018 New York Mets — After an evening of speculation on Friday, Jeurys Familia was officially traded to Oakland this afternoon. Mickey Callaway said that he’ll prefer to use a committee as opposed to one main closer. Robert Gsellman should be the leader of a pack that includes Anthony Swarzak and Seth Lugo. Updated…

  • Jeurys Familia won’t be a Met much longer

    July 21, 2018 New York Mets — Robert Gsellman picked up a two-inning save against the Yankees on Friday night, as Jeurys Familia was held out of the game because a trade was close to finalized. Oakland is the most likely landing spot for Familia if the two sides can complete the deal. While trade negotiations…

  • Plenty of vulture saves to go around on Friday

    July 14, 2018 Pittsburgh Pirates – As predicted in the Vulture Save Watch, Felipe Vazquez was rested after pitching in three of the last four. That paved the way for Kyle Crick to get the last four outs of Friday’s win and earn his second save of the year. Crick extended his scoreless streak to 13…

  • So Wily Peralta is maybe worth owning?

    June 28, 2018 Chicago Cubs — As expected, Brandon Morrow was activated from the disabled list and should immediately return to closing for the Cubs. Removing his pants, however, should probably become a committee job. Updated hierarchy: Morrow | Cishek | Strop. New York Mets — Jeurys Familia earned a five-out save on Tuesday, but…

  • Jeurys Familia placed on DL

    June 8, 2018 New York Mets – Jeurys Familia was placed on the disabled list this afternoon retroactive to yesterday. Robert Gsellman is the best bet to close in his place, with Anthony Swarzak also potentially receiving consideration. Updated hierarchy: Gsellman | Swarzak | Sewald.