July 28, 2013
Texas Rangers – The Rangers are discussing trading Joe Nathan. While it seems unlikely that the Rangers would deal Nathan, sources say that Joakim Soria could be an option to close. There is no mention of Tanner Scheppers so it sounds like the Rangers would rather go with the experienced former closer. Hierarchy change: Joakim Soria to Set-up, Tanner Scheppers to 2nd in line.
| . | Closer | . | Set-Up | . | 2nd in line | . | 2014 Closer | . | Updated | |
| TEX | Joe Nathan | Joakim Soria | Tanner Scheppers | Joe Nathan | 7/28/13 |
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Milwaukee Brewers – Jim Henderson got the save on Saturday while John Axford gave up a run in the 8th inning. Ron Roenicke said he was going to use both Henderson and Axford to close out games but Henderson has received both save opportunities since the K-Rod trade. No hierarchy change.
| . | Closer | . | Set-Up | . | 2nd in line | . | 2014 Closer | . | Updated | |
| MIL | Jim Henderson | John Axford | Brandon Kintzler | Jim Henderson | 7/28/13 |
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VULTURE SAVE WATCH
1. Pedro Strop, Chicago Cubs – Kevin Gregg has pitched in two straight and three of the past four.
2. Paco Rodriguez, Los Angeles Dodgers – Kenley Jansen has pitched in two straight and four of the past five.
3. Craig Stammen, Washington Nationals – Rafael Soriano has pitched in three straight and will likely get the day off Sunday. Tyler Clippard has also pitched in three straight and four of the last 5.
