Closer Monkey

Tag: Yoshihisa Hirano

  • At least Greg Holland didn’t give up any hits

    July 3, 2019 Arizona Diamondbacks — Greg Holland seemed well on his way to a save on Tuesday when he retired the first two Dodgers he faced in the ninth inning. He even got to 0-2 against the next batter before tossing four straight balls. Holland followed that by walking the next three hitters to…

  • Hector Neris and Ryan Brasier record saves

    April 21, 2019 Philadelphia Phillies — Hector Neris recorded the last five outs yesterday for his third save of the season.  Neris struck out two and did not allow a base runner.  That is now nine straight scoreless appearances for Neris.  In other Phillies’ bullpen news, Victor Arano was placed on the IL and we…

  • Roenis Elias records another save

    April 19, 2019 Seattle Mariners — Staked with a one-run lead in the eighth inning and the 9-1-2 hitters (including Mike Trout) due up, committee leader Anthony Swarzak got the call, but he promptly allowed a game-tying blast to 9-hole man David Fletcher. Of course, the Mariners took the lead again the top half of…

  • Greg Holland tabbed as D’Backs closer

    March 25, 2019 Arizona Diamondbacks – Despite a 12.27 spring ERA, Greg Holland has won the closer job for Arizona. Archie Bradley will be used in the relief ace role, while Yoshihisa Hirano will set up. Depending on the depth of your league, we’d probably recommend holding on to Bradley if you have the space,…

  • Seranthony Dominguez finishing strong with save

    September 30, 2018 Philadelphia Phillies — Seranthony Dominguez pitched a scoreless 9th for his 15th save of the season.  The rookie right-hander had an up and down season but is finishing strong with five straight scoreless appearances and will likely be in the mix for saves in 2019 for the Phillies. Updated hierarchy: *Dominguez | Neris…