Tag: Kyle Crick

  • Ryne Stanek logs first Marlins save in over a month

    August 26, 2019 Toronto Blue Jays – Ken Giles returned from the paternity list and should resume closing immediately. Look for Derek Law to join Jason Adam and others in bridging the gap to Giles. Updated hierarchy: Giles | Law | Adam. Miami Marlins – The Marlins posted their first save in over a month,…

  • Chris Martin is on the Braves and Archie Bradley is closing games

    July 31, 2019 Atlanta Braves – The Braves acquired Chris Martin from the Rangers last night, though he is not expected to join the team in time for this afternoon’s game. Brian Snitker did not offer clarity on how he would deploy his newest arm, but current closer Luke Jackson didn’t help his own case…

  • Rangers await word on severity of Shawn Kelley’s injury

    July 22, 2019 Texas Rangers – Shawn Kelley hurt his arm on one of his warm up pitches on Sunday, and was removed from the game before he threw a single pitch. He was sent for an MRI, and we await word on the severity of his injury. If he’s going to miss significant time,…

  • Shawn Armstrong picks up first post-Givens save in Baltimore

    May 28, 2019 Baltimore Orioles – After demoting Mychal Givens earlier in the day, the Orioles turned to Shawn Armstrong to protect a 2-run lead in the 9th inning. Armstrong made it through just allowing a walk to earn his first save, and we’d guess he continues to get chances until he falters. Updated hierarchy:…

  • Luke Jackson eyeing closer job; Blake Treinen hurting

    May 6, 2019 Atlanta Braves – Luke Jackson picked up his second save in his last three appearances, closing the door on the Marlins in the 10th inning in a game where AJ Minter was also available. The Braves are in committee mode now, and Jackson is worth adding in all formats, as he may…