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  • Monkey Bytes; May 26

    Saturday’s slate provided massive volume in the world of high-leverage relievers. It began with Jason Foley pitching in the eighth inning, operating as his team’s HLR facing the heart of the Blue Jays lineup, and Tyler Holton securing his first save of the season. Among the 15 games, there were 13 saves, three of which…

  • Monkey Bytes: May 25

    Friday night’s slate featured José Alvarado suffering his first blown save and a meltdown in New York by Reed Garrett, fueling another late-inning comeback win for the Giants. For the good news, Jason Foley recorded a one-out save in Toronto, prompting an adjustment of his team’s bullpen hierarchy. Josh Hader turned in a third consecutive…

  • Friday’s Five: High-Leverage Situations of Interest

    This column will focus on paring down What to Watch For into five relievers or situations worth tracking in this weekend’s high-leverage events. Can Jhoan Durán fix his recent spike in home runs allowed? When will Edwin Díaz regain his closer role? Who emerges as the bridge reliever or more in the Cubs bullpen? Will…

  • Monkey Bytes, May 23: Helsley nails down his 15th save, Durán’s home run struggles persist, Game Recaps, and more

    Two relievers earned their first major league saves on Wednesday, and the Cardinals completed a sweep. Ryan Helsley now leads the National League with his 15th save, while Jhoan Durán secured his fourth save despite giving up another home run. Our condensed and full game recaps cover these events and those of interest. Closer CliffsNotes…

  • Monkey Bytes, May 20: Craig Kimbrel records his ninth save, Garrett fills in for the Mets, Game Recaps, and more

    Following an 11-day refinement period after being demoted from save chances, Craig Kimbrel recorded his ninth save of the season but only his second this month. Could this be the template for Edwin Díaz? Only seven saves were secured on Sunday, including a two-inning save by Reed Garrett. Our condensed and full recaps cover these…