August 24, 2014
Oakland A’s – Sean Doolittle recorded his 20th save of the season last night, but he may have injured himself in the process. Doolittle grimaced in pain after making the throw to first to end the game. The trainers did tests on him after the game and he was optimistic after he was able to complete the tests. It doesn’t sound like it will be serious but it will be something to monitor, and if Doolittle does miss any time, Luke Gregerson should take over as closer.
Hierarchy remains: Doolittle | Gregerson | Cook.
Detroit Tigers — Joe Nathan gave up another run in a save situation but was still able to pick up his 27th save of the season. Nathan has converted his last three save chances, but he has also given up a run in each of those appearances. Joakim Soria is eligible to come off the DL tomorrow and his return will give the Tigers another option if Nathan continues to struggle.
Hierarchy remains: Nathan | Chamberlain | Alburquerque.
VULTURE SAVE WATCH
1. Jonathan Broxton, Cincinnati Reds – Aroldis Chapman has thrown 64 pitches over the past three days.
2. Luke Gregerson, Oakland A’s – Sean Doolittle has pitched in two games in a row and could also be unavailable after he experienced some soreness at the end of the game yesterday.
