Tag: Justin Grimm
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Bullpen shakeups abound as teams set 25-man rosters
March 27, 2018 Tampa Bay Rays – Two veteran relievers that appeared to be strong candidates for set-up roles at the start of the spring — Daniel Hudson and Dan Jennings — didn’t even make the roster and will be seeking employment elsewhere. The moves were both a bit surprising — Hudson couldn’t get anyone…
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Vulture save lottery tickets galore on the penultimate day of the season
September 30, 2017 Chicago Cubs — The Cubs took the lead in the eighth inning last night, and brought in the already-warm Justin Grimm for the ninth. Grimm pitched a perfect inning to pick up his first save of the year. Grimm has had a tough year, and doesn’t normally figure into the late inning plans…
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2017 NL Central Preview
March 1, 2017 Chicago Cubs — The World Series champions replaced one All-Star closer with another, signing Wade Davis to replace Aroldis Chapman. Davis has been one of the best relievers in the league recently, and should see a lot of save chances for an excellent Cubs team. Hector Rondon will likely be the first option…
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Joaquin Benoit’s season is finished
September 28, 2016 Fall is coming, which means it’s the perfect time for a Closer Monkey hoodie! Tweet us (@CloserMonkey) of you wearing your hoodie (or any CM apparel) at an MLB playoff game and get free premium service for the 2017 season! Toronto Blue Jays – Joaquin Benoit’s season is over after he injured…
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Jonathan Papelbon could return to the Red Sox Thursday
August 18, 2016 Exile — Just when you thought you were safe from the DL DC Strangler, the Red Sox look like they’re ready to bring him home. John Farrell evidently called him. David Ortiz wants to give him a hug. GM Mike Hazen was good for a backhanded compliment on the radio (“a little crazy goes a long way”). Although…