Tag: Michael Feliz
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Who’s the Reds’ closer? Maybe they don’t need one
August 13, 2016 Cincinnati Reds — Keyvius Sampson gave up half of a six-run lead in the ninth, so the Reds turned to Raisel Iglesias to get the final out. While this wasn’t a save opportunity, it’s a spot that typically goes to the closer — and Tony Cingrani, who seemed to have that role, hasn’t pitched since a five-run…
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Will Harris to lead committee in Houston; Kevin Jepsen still struggling
June 6, 2016 Minnesota Twins – After entering with the game tied and giving up two runs to take the loss, Kevin Jepsen saw his ERA climb to 6.26. He’s now given up runs in 12 of his 24 appearances this season. He’d probably be out of a job right now if Glen Perkins’s return…
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Gregerson out in Houston, committee takes over with Will Harris getting first save
June 5, 2016 Houston Astros — Will Harris recorded the save today instead of Luke Gregerson. A.J. Hinch confirmed that Gregerson will be removed from the closer’s role and other guys will get a look. We will put Harris at the top of the hierarchy based on his save today and his 25-appearance scoreless streak. Ken Giles picked…
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Jason Grilli makes his Toronto debut
June 2, 2016 Toronto Blue Jays — Jason Grilli made his Toronto debut on Wednesday and it was in the highest-leverage situation of the game. With two outs and two runners on in the seventh and the Blue Jays ahead, 2-0, Grilli overcame a poor pick-off attempt to retire Carlos Beltran. That usage moves him into…