Kris Medlen rising in Atlanta; Matt Capps returns

July 14, 2012

Minnesota Twins – The Twins activated Matt Capps from the DL.  He will resume closing immediately, as the Twins are hoping to build his value so they can deal him.  Hierarchy change: Matt Capps to Closer, Glen Perkins to Set-up, Jared Burton to 2nd in line.

 |Closer |Set-Up |2nd In Line |2013 Closer |UpdatedMIN |Capps |Perkins |Burton |Perkins |7/14/12

 
Atlanta Braves – Kris Medlen pitched two solid innings in relief yesterday, striking out 3 without allowing a hit.  Even once Jonny Venters returns from injury, Medlen may remain ahead of him on the depth chart.  Kris Medlen to 2nd in line, replacing Jonny Venters.

 |Closer |Set-Up |2nd In Line |2013 Closer |UpdatedATL |Kimbrel |O'Flaherty |Medlen |Kimbrel |7/14/12