May 10, 2016
Detroit Tigers – Tigers skipper Brad Ausmus has refused to deploy his bullpen arms with any consistency, preferring to mix and match based on usage and match-ups. That said, right-hander Mark Lowe has struggled regardless of what inning he has pitched in lately, culminating in a loss last night which sent his ERA close to 8. Justin Wilson has pitched more effectively of late.
Updated hierarchy: Rodriguez | J. Wilson | Lowe.
Cincinnati Reds – Another day, another Reds update. Tony Cingrani picked up his second save of the season last night — and second consecutive for the Reds — in a classic, one-run save situation. He would be our choice to close out games, and we expect that he will lead the committee going forward.
Updated hierarchy: *Cingrani | Ohlendorf | Wood.
* = closer-by-committee
Miami Marlins – AJ Ramos had a rough night last night, walking three straight Brewers while trying to maintain a four-run lead. He gave up one run before getting bailed out by Bryan Morris, who nabbed his first save of the season. Despite his poor outing, Ramos is still the guy in South Florida.
Hierarchy remains: Ramos | Phelps | Barraclough.
VULTURE SAVE WATCH
1. Addison Reed, New York Mets – Jeurys Familia has pitched in three straight.
2. Zach Duke, Chicago White Sox – This bullpen has been abused in recent days, with both David Robertson and Nate Jones getting a lot of work. If they both get a night off, Duke got grab a save chance.
