Tag: Rafael Betancourt
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Brad Boxberger the man in Tampa; Rafael Betancourt back in Colorado
June 27, 2015 Colorado Rockies — Rafael Betancourt was activated from the disabled list and immediately pitched the seventh inning in a close game. He will immediately return to high-leverage setup work in front of John Axford, and should soon be considered for vulture save work. Updated hierarchy: Axford | Betancourt | Logan. Tampa Bay Rays — After yet another…
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J.J. Hoover takes over 8th inning for Reds; Betancourt to the DL
June 9, 2015 Cincinnati Reds – J.J. Hoover has been anointed as the Reds’ new 8th-inning man. The flame-throwing righty now has a 1.93 ERA and a sub-1.00 WHIP. He picked up his second hold of the season last night setting up Aroldis Chapman. Expect Hoover to continue to get the 8th inning as long…
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Jason Motte picks up save; Brad Boxberger dealing with soreness
June 8, 2015 Texas Rangers – Ross Ohlendorf was placed on the disabled list on Sunday with a strained groin. Tanner Scheppers has been receiving some high leverage opportunities since his return from the minors and will likely continue to get holds in Texas. Updated hierarchy: Tolleson | Kela | Scheppers. Cincinnati Reds – The…
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John Axford gets the first post-Ottavino save chance for Colorado
April 28, 2015 Colorado Rockies — As we told you last night, John Axford was first in line to get a save opportunity with Adam Ottavino headed to the disabled list. Rafael Betancourt could also get some chances, but if you must ride with a Rockies closer, the Ax Man is the choice. And we’re sorry.…
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Andrew Miller now fronting Yankees committee
April 14, 2015 New York Yankees – Andrew Miller was called on to close the door on the Yankees’ come from behind victory tonight with a five-out save. Dellin Betances was used in the 8th and continued to struggle, giving up two hits and two walks in one inning of work. At this point it…