Tag: josh lindblom
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Jose Veras starts season on Hot Seat
April 1, 2013 Texas Rangers – Late last week, Ron Washington signaled that Robbie Ross and Michael Kirkman would be the team’s primary set-up men, moves that were reinforced over the weekend. Josh Lindblom, who many thought would serve as a late-inning man, was sent to the minors to be stretched out as a starter,…
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Jonathan Broxton to see a few save chances with Aroldis Chapman sidelined
September 12, 2012 Cincinnati Reds – After Aroldis Chapman’s last outing, when even his best fastball was clocked several miles per hour slower than it had been all year, the Reds became concerned that the flame throwing lefty may be injured. Fortunately, a scan revealed nothing serious, but Chapman will likely be shut down for…
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Luke Gregerson, Josh Lindblom, Mark Melancon, Shawn Camp all pick up random saves
August 27, 2012 San Diego Padres – With Dale Thayer still on paternity leave, Luke Gregerson picked up a save in his absence. Thayer returns today and will resume closing until Huston Street is healthy. No hierarchy change. |Closer |Set-Up |2nd In Line |2013 Closer |Updated SD |Thayer |Gregerson |Layne |Street |8/27/12 |Street(DL) | …
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Jonathan Broxton and Josh Lindblom establishing themselves in their new bullpens
August 2, 2012 Philadelphia Phillies – The Phillies picked up Josh Lindblom in the Shane Victorino trade, and proved they would use him in tight spots immediately. He was one of three relievers to record an out in the 8th to bridge the gap to Jonathan Papelbon. Hierarchy change: Josh Lindblom to 2nd in line,…
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Tyler Clippard struggling; 10-player trade ups Francisco Cordero’s value
July 21, 2012 Toronto Blue Jays – The Blue Jays picked up three pitchers from the Houston Astros in a 10-player trade on Thursday including Brandon Lyon, who will likely serve as a 7th inning guy ahead of Darren Oliver and Casey Janssen. Hierarchy change: Brandon Lyon to 2nd in line, replacing Jason Frasor. |Closer…