Tag: Joakim Soria
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Neal Cotts still mowing down hitters; Ryan Cook nabs a save
July 25, 2013 Texas Rangers – Neal Cotts picked up his second straight 8th-inning hold on Wednesday, and even helped the Rangers get through the 9th, retiring the first two hitters before Joe Nathan was summoned to get the final out. Though Joakim Soria obviously has a huge edge when it comes to experience, the…
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Santiago Casilla back, Casey Fien pitching well
July 14, 2013 San Francisco Giants — Santiago Casilla was activated from the DL on Saturday and should resume his role as the set-up man ahead of Sergio Romo. Hierarchy change: Santiago Casilla to Set-up, Jeremy Affeldt to 2nd in line. . Closer . Set-Up . 2nd in line . 2014 Closer . Updated SF Sergio Romo…
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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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Kansas City Royals, Greg Holland,
Kansas City Royals- With Joakim Soria out with a hamstring pull, Royals manager Ned Yost has said that he is likely done pitching this year. Greg Holland came in for the save again, and it is safe to say he will get the rest of the chances this year. Hierarchy change: Greg Holland to Closer, Aaron Crow…