September 15, 2013
Atlanta Braves — One night after Jordan Walden blew an 8th inning lead, the Braves went to David Carpenter ahead of Craig Kimbrel. Jordan Walden has been battling injuries while David Carpenter lowered his ERA to 1.95 with last night’s outing. Hierarchy change: David Carpenter to Set-up, Jordan Walden to 2nd in line.
. | Closer | . | Set-Up | . | 2nd in line | . | 2014 Closer | . | Updated | |
ATL | Craig Kimbrel | David Carpenter | Jordan Walden | Craig Kimbrel | 9/15/13 |
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VULTURE SAVE WATCH
1. Frank Francisco, New York Mets — LaTroy Hawkins has pitched in two straight and three of the past four.
2. Sean Doolittle/Ryan Cook, Oakland A’s — Grant Balfour got the save last night but has a tired arm so Doolittle or Cook could be used tonight.