July 26, 2016
Cincinnati Reds – Raisel Iglesias appears to have firmly established himself as the Reds’ go-to set-up man for closer Tony Cingrani. In his last two appearances, Iglesias has been perfect, taking care of the 7th and 8th innings each time. If you are in a holds league, Iglesias could be a big help in the stretch run.
Updated hierarchy: Cingrani | Iglesias | Ohlendorf.
Los Angeles Angels – Despite possessing a double-take inducing 0.97 ERA, Cam Bedrosian is stuck behind veteran closer Huston Street in the Angels’ pecking order. The 22 year-old fireballer might get his shot a closing soon, however. There have been reports that the Giants are interested in Street and his unimpressive 4.79 ERA and a 1.84 WHIP. If Street gets dealt, Bedrosian may get his chance.
Hierarchy remains: Street | Bedrosian | Salas.
Chicago Cubs – It’s official — Aroldis Chapman is headed to the Cubs. He’ll close for them immediately, pushing Hector Rondon into a set-up role and Pedro Strop into the 7th inning. The trifecta gives the Cubs one of the strongest bullpens in the league as they head into the stretch run.
Updated hierarchy: Chapman | Rondon | Strop.
New York Yankees – As mentioned this morning, the Yankees appear unlikely to move Andrew Miller or Dellin Betances, who will be tasked with handling the late innings in Aroldis Chapman’s absence. Miller will close, while Betances will get any save chances when the lefty is unavailable. Adam Warren is coming back from Chicago and should get the chance to recapture his 2015 seventh-inning role.
Updated hierarchy: Miller | Betances | Warren.
VULTURE SAVE WATCH
1. Darren O’Day, Baltimore Orioles – Zach Britton has pitched 5 of the last 6 days.
