Tag: Ken Giles
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Papelbon appears in Philly for first time since suspension
September 27, 2014 Philadelphia Phillies — Jonathan Papelbon made his first appearance in Philadelphia since he was suspended for making a lewd gesture after blowing a save a few weeks ago. As you would expect, fans booed Papelbon when he was announced for the 9th inning, but he was still able to pick up his 39th save…
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Ken Giles picks up first career save in Papelbon’s absence
September 21, 2014 Cleveland Indians – Marc Rzepczynski picked up a four out save last night. Rzepczynski came on with two men on base in the 8th inning and the Indians up four runs. He struck out the only batter he faced in the 8th and then pitched a 1-2-3 9th to record his first save…
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Papelbon suspended; Soria secures first save since July
September 16, 2014 Philadelphia Phillies — Jonathan Papelbon’s homage to Michael Jackson has earned him a seven-game suspension, which started last night in San Diego. Ken Giles is the man to own in the Philly pen for the next week — and perhaps thereafter. The Phillies have tired of Papelbon’s antics, issuing a statement that oozes with contempt, and the team is well…
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Jonathan Papelbon crotch grab earns him a 7-game suspension
September 15, 2014 Philadelphia Phillies — Jonathan Papelbon’s homage to Michael Jackson has earned him a seven-game suspension, starting tonight in San Diego. Ken Giles is the man to own in the Philly pen for the next week — and perhaps thereafter. The Phillies have tired of Papelbon’s antics, issuing a statement that oozes with contempt, and the team is well aware that…
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Drew Storen now The Man in Washington
September 15, 2014 Washington Nationals – Sunday’s scoreless ninth marked four straight saves (and 16 straight scoreless appearances) for Drew Storen, which is enough for him to shake his asterisk for the time being. Given the righty’s recent dominance, it’s unlikely that Rafael Soriano reclaims his job. Hierarchy remains: Storen | Clippard | Soriano. Tampa…