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Monkey Bytes: September 12
Whether it was fate or providence, on the 23rd remembrance of 9/11, nine relievers recorded a win, and 11 secured a save. Saves occurred in all shapes and sizes, ranging between a three-inning one by Jordan Montgomery (ARI) and Edwin Díaz (NYM), recording one with one pitch. Our condensed recaps cover all of Wednesday’s high-leverage…
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Monkey Bytes: September 8
Saturday’s slate featured 16 games, courtesy of a doubleheader between Washington and Pittsburgh. Kyle Finnegan saved both games during a sweep, with relievers securing nine saves in yesterday’s action. Eight relievers also recorded wins, including three logging three innings or more. Our condensed game recaps cover the high-leverage events of interest. Closer CliffsNotes Kenley Jansen…
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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…
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Monkey Bytes: September 3
Monday’s slate featured 11 games, with relievers securing seven saves and recording four wins. The save came in various ways, including a one-out save by the Reds (Justin Wilson) and a three-inning save by Cole Irvin of the Orioles. This will be a unique week for usage patterns, with teams receiving different off days, including…
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Monkey Bytes: September 2
Happy Labor Day! Here’s hoping you enjoy quality time with family and friends. As for Sunday’s games, eight relievers recorded a win and six secured saves. The slate ended with an extra-inning battle between Atlanta and Philadelphia, with the Phillies winning on a walk-off rally in the bottom of the 11th, handing Carlos Estévez his third win.…