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Tag: Mitchell Boggs

  • Kevin Jepsen runs scoreless streak to 11 straight outings

    July 28, 2012 Los Angeles Angels – Hard-throwing righty Kevin Jepsen pitched the 7th inning last night, and he now has three holds and win this week, all pitching in the 7th inning or later.  Jepsen has not allowed a single run since returning from the minors, a span of 11 appearances.  Hierarchy change: Kevin…

  • Brad Lidge released; Brandon Lyon rises with Wilton Lopez’s injury

    Latest update: June 18, 2012 Washington Nationals – Brad Lidge had struggled since returning from the DL, and on Sunday, the Nats designated him for assignment.  He’ll probably look to catch on elsewhere, as his career in Washington is likely over.  Hierarchy change: Craig Stammen to 2nd in line, replacing Brad Lidge. |Closer |Set-Up |2nd…

  • Jeremy Affeldt nabs a save; Jon Rauch struggles, may be hurt

    June 5, 2012 New York Mets – Jon Rauch took the loss on Monday, surrendering a 2-run HR to Allen Craig, and after the game headed to the hospital for an elbow examination.  At minimum, he’s again fallen behind Bobby Parnell on the Mets depth chart.  Hierarchy change: Bobby Parnell to Set-up, Jon Rauch to 2nd…

  • Boggs filling set-up role for Cards; Luis Perez moving up in Toronto pen

    April 24, 2012 St. Louis Cardinals — For the second straight night, and third in the last four, Mitchell Boggs pitched the 8th in a tight game; he has clearly passed Fernando Salas as the Cards’ top set-up option. Hierarchy change: Mitchell Boggs to Set-up, Fernando Salas to 2nd in line. |Closer |Set-Up |2nd In Line…

  • Late inning roles for Miguel Batista, Mitchell Boggs

    April 11, 2012 New York Mets- The Mets had an uneventful game, bullpen-wise, on Tuesday.  However, earlier this week, Terry Collins surprisingly indicated that Miguel Batista would be his 9th inning man on any days when Frank Francisco and Jon Rauch are unavailable.  Hierarchy change: Miguel Batista to 2nd in line, replacing Ramon Ramirez. |Closer |Set-Up…