Tag: Josh Hader
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Spring Vibes, March 19: Durán’s oblique, Jansen’s back (but not on a mound), Kerkering may not be ready, Game Recaps, and more
There have not been many dull moments over the last seven days, with the “closer” news cycles churning out content with ripple effects felt throughout the fantasy community. Relievers exist in a delicate ecosystem, and just when it seems safe, one must adapt on the fly. Monday removed a second reliever from the top tier…
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Spring Vibes, March 16: Jansen debut, Injury Updates, and Game Recaps
Boston Red Sox – One cannot overreact to a veteran reliever’s spring debut. Kenley Jansen recorded two outs, served up two solo home runs, and sat between 91-to-94 m.p.h. per the game recap by Sean McAdam for MassLive. Jansen noted his feel for the “cutter” will arrive before Opening Day and was encouraged by his…
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Spring Vibes, March 14: Devin Williams bombshell, Bednar update, White Sox trade, and Game Recaps
Milwaukee Brewers – Jeff Passan dropped a bombshell with Devin Williams having two stress fractures in his back, which will put him on the shelf for three months (shut down six weeks and rehab for six weeks). The team has not confirmed the diagnosis, but it sends this leverage ladder into a tailspin. Ultimately, Pat…
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Spring Vibes, March 11: D-Will seeking second opinion, Graterol not traveling to South Korea, Injury Updates galore, Game Recaps, and more
Stealing a line from U2, it was a bloody Sunday for fantasy baseball players, especially in the closer realm. Not only could Devin Williams be sidelined with a back issue, Tanner Scott could not hit water if he fell out of a boat this spring. There was good news for three relievers, plenty of game…
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Spring Vibes, March 8: Injury Updates, Mariners Reliever “Bucket”, and Game Recaps
It was a relatively quiet day on the reliever front, with most beat writers focusing on their respective teams’ Spring Breakout Rosters. Still, news about a timetable for a veteran closer surfaced, another limited by injury completed a side session, and game recaps will receive a larger focus in today’s post. Boston Red Sox –…