Tag: Kirby Yates

  • Rapid Reaction | Angels in Disarray

    Rapid Reaction | Angels in Disarray

    Jordan Romano had not recorded a save since April 6 and had two rough outings against the Yankees before an implosion on Saturday. He allowed three hits, four earned runs, and a walk during two-thirds of the eighth. He was removed in favor of a positional player (Adam Frazier), who allowed two of three inherited…

  • Closer Monkey’s Leverage Ledger | 4.26.2026

    Closer Monkey’s Leverage Ledger | 4.26.2026

    Saturday’s 14-game slate featured seven wins by relievers, five saves, and six losses. Here are the saves in condensed form:  As for the vulture options across today’s slate:  Vulture Save Options for 4.26.2026 Doubleheader Recommendations:  For those interested in our premium option (ad-free content), please use this LINK; it is $30 and covers the season.…

  • Closer Monkey’s Leverage Ledger | 4.3.2026

    Closer Monkey’s Leverage Ledger | 4.3.2026

    In a move that encapsulates the volatile market for saves this season, Tony Vitello summoned Ryan Walker with one at the top of the sixth against the Mets, with the following explanation: He recorded a strikeout against Luis Robert Jr. and induced an inning-ending flyout by Mark Vientos, throwing 12 pitches (66.7 Strike%) without a…

  • Closer Monkey’s Leverage Ledger | 3.28.2026

    Closer Monkey’s Leverage Ledger | 3.28.2026

    Friday featured eight games with relievers recording four wins, though one was accompanied by a blown save, and four saves while suffering three losses. Our three takeaways feature the following bullpens: the Los Angeles Angels, Toronto Blue Jays, and the San Francisco Giants, followed by game recaps and what to watch for in today’s contests. …

  • Closer Monkey’s Leverage Ledger | 3.25.2026

    Closer Monkey’s Leverage Ledger | 3.25.2026

    With Opening Day here, our focus remains on spring results and potential changes in bullpen hierarchies. Today’s ledger features the limited Spring Training results from Tuesday, and bullpen notes from multiple team beat writers from MLB.com.  For those interested in our premium option (ad-free content), please use this LINK; it is $30 and covers the…