Tag: Matt Strahm

  • Monkey Bytes | April 9

    Monkey Bytes | April 9

    Tuesday’s full slate provided seven reliever wins, though one was accompanied by a blown save, seven losses, and eight saves versus five blown saves. There was one three-inning save and though we prefer clarity, two bullpens remain match-up-based, covered in today’s takeaways. Three Takeaways (1) Reds hierarchy remains fluid: After Tony Santillan recorded a one-out…

  • Closer Monkey Updated Rankings | 4.7.2025

    Closer Monkey Updated Rankings | 4.7.2025

    Rankings remain fluid, especially in the world of closers. However, we have updated rankings for saves and SOLDS before our second full week of contests ensues. But first, some risers and closers on the proverbial “hot seat.” Three Relievers on the Rise Relievers on the “Hot Seat” Updated Top 40 for Saves Rank Relievers 1…

  • Monkey Bytes: September 6

    Monkey Bytes: September 6

    Despite Thursday’s slate featuring only nine games, three relievers recorded a win and seven secured saves. It began with a combined shutout by the Reds against the Astros and ended with a go-ahead grand slam by Detroit off of Robert Suarez, resulting in a come-from-behind road win. Our condensed game recaps cover all of yesterday’s…

  • Monkey Bytes: September 4

    Monkey Bytes: September 4

    Tuesday’s 13-game slate resulted in five wins recorded by relievers and four securing saves. Two games required extra innings, and two ended in walk-off rallies at the bottom of the ninth. Our condensed recaps cover yesterday’s high-leverage events of interest. Closer CliffsNotes Justin Martinez (ARI) took over at the bottom of the eighth with two…

  • Monkey Bytes: August 27

    Monkey Bytes: August 27

    Monday’s slate featured two doubleheaders, with Toronto and Boston completing a June game that had been suspended. Kansas City and the Blue Jays recorded sweeps in their double dips, causing a shift in the American League standings. During the 12-game slate, relievers recorded six wins and converted seven saves. Our condensed recaps cover the high-leverage…