June 3, 2017
Los Angeles Angels — Huston Street’s rehab is on hold after he experienced tightness in his triceps. The more time Street misses, the harder it might be for him to reclaim the closer role from surprising Bud Norris. Meanwhile, Cam Bedrosian pitched a rehab inning for the Inland Empire 66ers, striking out one and giving up two runs. But we’re burying the lede: easily the most interesting thing to happen in the world of bullpens last night was Blake Parker’s decisive victory (six pounds to four!) in the Angels’ annual cow-milking contest.
Hierarchy remains: Norris | Hernandez | Parker.
Miami Marlins — David Phelps’s scoreless eighth inning on Friday was his 17th straight appearance without allowing an earned run. While Kyle Barraclough hasn’t been awful, Phelps has earned the primary setup role.
Updated hierarchy: Ramos | Phelps | Barraclough.
Texas Rangers — The Rangers will have 10 days to trade or release former closer (and World Baseball Classic star) Sam Dyson after designating him for assignment on Friday. Dyson still has great stuff and a team-friendly contract, but he’ll likely be a few months away from a save opportunity wherever he ends up.
Hierarchy remains: Bush | Kela | Claudio.
VULTURE SAVE WATCH
Today:
1. Carlos Torres — Corey Knebel has pitched in back-to-back games and three of four, including a blown save last night. Jacob Barnes has appeared in the same games, leaving Torres comparatively well-rested.
Sunday:
1. Pedro Baez/Josh Fields — Kenley Jansen threw 34 pitches over two innings on Friday. If he goes again on Saturday, he’ll get Sunday off.
2. Joe Smith/Ryan Tepera — If any of the Toronto hierarchy pitches today, it will be two in a row and four of the last five. Expect anyone who goes this afternoon to be rested on Sunday.
3. Archie Bradley — An appearance by Fernando Rodney will be his third in four games.
4. Trevor Rosenthal/Kevin Siegrist — Same for Seung Hwan Oh.
