August 15, 2012
Boston Red Sox – Andrew Bailey returned from the disabled list on Tuesday, striking out one of the two hitters he faced. Bailey had solid minor league numbers in his rehab appearances, and if he pitches well, he should rise quickly in the Red Sox bullpen. It wouldn’t be a surprise to see him closing by the end of the year. Hierarchy change: Andrew Bailey to 2nd in line, replacing Mark Melancon.
|Closer |Set-Up |2nd In Line |2013 Closer |Updated
BOS |Aceves |Miller |Bailey |Bailey |8/15/12
|Padilla(DL) |
Seattle Mariners – Stephen Pryor pitched a clean 1.2 innings last night, earning the win when the Mariners walked off against Fernando Rodney. The young righty has only allowed 1 run in 10 appearances this season (0.84 ERA) and has 15 Ks and only 3 BBs. Hierarchy change: Stephen Pryor to 2nd in line, replacing Josh Kinney.
|Closer |Set-Up |2nd In Line |2013 Closer |Updated
SEA |Wilhelmsen |Luetge |Pryor |Wilhelmsen |8/15/12
|Furbush(DL) |
VULTURE SAVE WATCH
1. Kyle Farnsworth, Tampa Bay Rays – Both Fernando Rodney and Joel Peralta have pitched in four straight games.
2. Jared Burton, Minnesota Twins – The Twins are employing a committee, and while Glen Perkins remains the best bet for saves overall, Jared Burton could get an opportunity whenever match-ups are right.