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Tag: Sean Newcomb

  • Yimi Garcia picks up his first save and could be in line for more

    April 11, 2021 Miami Marlins – We suggested in our previous Marlins update to keep an eye on Yimi Garcia and sure enough, it was Garcia who got the call in the 9th inning with the Marlins protecting a three-run lead yesterday.  Garcia pitched a perfect inning to pick up his first save of the…

  • Two relievers earn their first career saves Sunday

    June 10, 2019 Atlanta Braves – After Luke Jackson blew a save chance in the 10th inning, Josh Tomlin recorded his first career save in the 12th inning. Sean Newcomb was the only hierarchy member to not see work on Sunday. Perhaps it’s because the Braves may need him to eat some innings in case…

  • Miguel Castro records save

    June 9, 2019 Baltimore Orioles — With Mychal Givens unavailable and Shawn Armstrong pitching in three of the previous four games, the Orioles went with Miguel Castro to close out a 4-1 victory.  He retired all four batters that he faced for his second save of the season.  Castro has not allowed a run in…

  • Ryan Pressly keeps adding to his sterling season

    June 4, 2019 Houston Astros – Roberto Osuna got the night off after pitching in two of the last three, leaving Ryan Pressly to pick up his third save of the season. Pressly’s ERA is 0.64, which we guess is fine. Hierarchy remains: Osuna | Pressly | Rondon. Seattle Mariners – He didn’t factor in…

  • Jose Alvarado to miss a few days; Jordan Hicks on a short leash

    June 3, 2019 San Francisco Giants – Reyes Moronta has electric stuff, but we can’t continue to ignore the steady presence that Tony Watson has provided the Giants in the 8th inning all season long. He’s almost always the last man to bridge the gap to Will Smith and would likely be the choice for…