Tag: Joakim Soria
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Tigers’ bullpen implodes, Boxberger bounces back
July 11, 2015 Detroit Tigers – It was an ugly night for the Tigers’ bullpen on Friday. Bruce Rondon came on to get the last out of the 8th inning and then came back to try and close out a five run lead. He allowed three hits, while only getting one out, and the Tigers decided it…
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Weekly Hot Seat Update: June 12, 2015
A few quick lists this week, comprising all 30 of the top guys in our depth chart: Top three closers at the moment — Zach Britton; David Robertson; Drew Storen These guys have high strikeout rates, low walk rates, and there’s nothing in their advanced stats to suggest trouble ahead. Britton‘s GB% is second among all qualified relievers (69.8%). Knocking…
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Weekly Hot Seat Update: May 22, 2015
With Addison Reed and Neftali Feliz now stuck in committees behind more effective pitchers, who’s left to discuss on the Hot Seat? You (and your leaguemates) already know Sean Doolittle is on a rehab assignment, giving up hard singles to Josh Hamilton, and planning to return as soon as this weekend. It’s no secret that Brett Cecil and Jason Grilli can’t be trusted, or that A.J.…
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John Axford gets the first post-Ottavino save chance for Colorado
April 28, 2015 Colorado Rockies — As we told you last night, John Axford was first in line to get a save opportunity with Adam Ottavino headed to the disabled list. Rafael Betancourt could also get some chances, but if you must ride with a Rockies closer, the Ax Man is the choice. And we’re sorry.…
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Dodgers’ closer committee changes, Seth Maness records save
April 26, 2015 Los Angeles Dodgers — Joel Peralta is experiencing “dead arm” and could be headed to the DL. Peralta was the head of the Dodgers’ closer committee; it looks like Yimi Garcia could take his place while the Dodgers wait for Kenley Jansen to get back. Chris Hatcher pitched the 9th protecting a four run lead on Saturday,…