March 29, 2018
San Francisco Giants – It’s official: Mark Melancon will start the season on the DL. No word yet on who will close, though Sam Dyson, Tony Watson, and Hunter Strickland are all in the mix.
[UPDATE: Bruce Bochy announced that Hunter Strickland will serve as closer for now.]
Updated hierarchy: Strickland | Watson | Dyson.
Texas Rangers – Keone Kela will be the Rangers’ primary closer, Jeff Banister announced. In a bit of a surprise, Banister mentioned Kevin Jepsen as the player who will spell Kela when he needs a break. Alex Claudio could ascend if they falter.
Updated hierarchy: Kela | Jepsen | Claudio.
