September 6, 2016
Los Angeles Angels – Andrew Bailey recorded his second save of the season last night, pitching a 1-2-3 ninth inning. The Angels’ bullpen was stretched early in the game, with starter Jered Weaver only lasting 4 innings. While we expect Mike Scioscia to mix and match going forward, we are comfortable moving Bailey to the top of the committee. Add him if you need saves.
Updated hierarchy: *Bailey | Ramirez | Guerra.
* = closer-by-committee
San Diego Padres – Over the past few weeks, the Padres have quietly stopped using Kevin Quackenbush in late inning situations. At the same time, Ryan Buchter returned to San Diego and has pitched well. Last night Brad Hand was tapped to hold the lead in the eighth innings. With Hand and Buchter’s stock rising and Quack’s falling, we will adjust our hierarchy accordingly.
Updated hierarchy: Maurer | Buchter | Hand.
VULTURE SAVE WATCH
1. Adam Warren, New York Yankees – Dellin Betances and Tyler Clippard have both pitched two in a row; Joe Girardi is notoriously skittish about pitching relievers in three straight.
