Tag: Josh Hader
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Zach Britton returns, will try to pitch his way to a contender
June 12, 2018 Baltimore Orioles – Zach Britton was activated from the disabled list yesterday. He will be eased back into the closer role — a decision punctuated by the fact that the Orioles failed to use him at all in a 12-inning loss to the Red Sox — but he should eventually get there,…
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Pirates await word on severity of Felipe Vazquez injury
May 28, 2018 Pittsburgh Pirates – Sometimes, forearm discomfort is no big deal. But often, it’s a precursor to Tommy John surgery. Felipe Vazquez, who left the game early complaining of forearm discomfort in his final two pitches, will get evaluated today, and the Pirates may need a new closer for the foreseeable future. Up…
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Hector Neris still a prominent part of Phillies committee
May 22, 2018 Philadelphia Phillies – After a few outings in non-save situations, Hector Neris got the 9th inning with a three-run lead on Monday night, converting for his 9th save. Seranthony Dominguez threw a scoreless 8th, allowing his first baserunner of the season but extending his scoreless streak to 7.2 innings to start his…
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It’s not always sunny in Philadelphia for Hector Neris
May 12, 2018 Philadelphia Phillies — Tommy Hunter has been excellent since his return from the DL, picking up five holds while bridging the gap to Hector Neris, who has been less than excellent of late. Neris allowed three earned runs to blow yesterday’s save, and he has two blown saves in his last four outings…
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Keynan Middleton back from the DL, but it’s Jim Johnson with the save for the Angels
May 11, 2018 Los Angeles Angels — Keynan Middleton was activated from the disabled list and promptly pitched in the eighth inning for the Angels, picking up the hold ahead of Jim Johnson, who secured his first save as a Halo. Perhaps Middleton will be eased back in, but he did face the top of…