Daily Bullpen Report: Kimbrel Makes it Three Saves in Three Days
Published: Aug 05, 2013
Closer Rating System: EliteâPlayers with the strongest hold on their role in bullpen; SolidâPlayers that could lose their job/teamâs with solid backup in place; ShakyâPlayers that could lose their job at any moment; CommitteeâPlayers that are sharing the role with one or more teammates.
Get all your latest up-to-date daily bullpen news by following @mlbdailybullpen.American League Bullpen ReportBaltimore Orioles(CL) Solid Jim Johnson (R)âRecorded his 38th save of the season Friday night after pitching a scoreless ninth inning allowing one hit on only five pitches thrown. After a rough beginning to the summer, Johnson has gotten himself back on track and has now converted nine straight saves. 5 PC-4 ST (8/2/13)
(SU) Darren OâDay (R)--Was used in the ninth inning on Saturday night in a non-save situation allowing two runs on three hits. O'Day had been pitching well as of late, so hopefully this outing doesn't not him off track for a strong finish to the season. 22 PC-17 ST (8/3/13)
(MR) Tommy Hunter (R)--Pitched 1.1 innings of relief on Sunday in allowing one hit while striking out one batter on 17 pitches thrown. This was Hunter's first appearance since last Thursday, so expect him to be well rested for the Orioles next game on Tuesday. 17 PC-12 ST (8/4/13)Boston Red Sox(CL) Solid Koji Uehara (R)âPitched a scoreless ninth inning on Sunday in a non-save situation allowing one hit while striking out one batter on 14 pitches thrown. Uehara has now pitched back-to-back days, so there is a chance he will be given the night off on Monday. 14 PC-11 ST (8/4/13)
(SU) Junichi Tazawa (R)--Picked up his 18th hold of the season Saturday night after pitching a scoreless eighth inning allowing one hit while striking out one batter on only six pitches thrown. Tazawa has now pitched back-to-back days, but considering his low pitch count, he will likely be available on Sunday. 6 PC-5 ST (8/3/13)
(MR) Matt Thornton (L)--Failed to record an out in his appearance on Sunday after allowing a hit to the only batter he faced in the eighth inning. Thornton threw only six pitches in the appearance, so expect him to be available on Monday. 6 PC-4 ST (8/4/13)
Injured--Joel Hanrahan (Forearm), Andrew Bailey (Shoulder)Chicago White Sox(CL) Solid Addison Reed (R)âPitched 1.1 innings of scoreless relief on Sunday in a non-save situation allowing one walk on 22 pitches thrown. This was Reed's first appearance since Wednesday, so expect him to be used more often over the next few days. 22 PC-14 ST (8/4/13)
(SU) Matt Lindstrom (R)--Pitched 0.1 innings of relief on Saturday night needing only two pitches to get through the outing. Lindstrom allowed two runs in his previous outing, so hopefully this outing gets him back on track. 2 PC-2 ST (8/3/13)
(MR) Nate Jones (R)--Pitched a scoreless seventh inning on Sunday retiring all three batters he faced in order. Jones needed only six pitches to work through the frame, forcing one ground ball out and two fly ball outs to get the job done. 6 PC-6 ST (8/4/13)Cleveland Indians(CL) Solid Chris Perez (R)--Earned his 17th save of the season Sunday after pitching a scoreless ninth inning retiring all three batters he faced in order. Perez has now pitched back-to-back days, but should be available to pitch on Monday if needed. 12 PC-8 ST (8/4/13)
(SU) Joe Smith (R)--Picked up his 14th hold of the season Sunday after pitching a scoreless eighth inning allowing one walk while striking out two batters on 19  pitches thrown. Smith has now pitched back-to-back days so expect him to get the night off on Monday. 19 PC-12 ST (8/4/13)
(MR) Marc Rzepczynski (L)--Pitched a scoreless seventh inning on Friday night retiring all three batters he faced in order. This was his first appearance since joining the Indians bullpen, so hopefully he will be able to keep the ball rolling after a rough start to the year with the Cardinals. 14 PC-8 ST (8/2/13)Detroit Tigers(CL) Shaky Joaquin Benoit (R)âRecorded his 12th save of the season Saturday night after pitching a scoreless ninth inning allowing one hit while striking out one batter on 14 pitches thrown. Benoit has now pitched back-to-back days, so expect him to get the day off on Sunday. 14 PC-11 ST (8/3/13)
(SU) Jose Veras (R)--Pitched two innings of relief on Sunday in a non-save situation allowing one walk while striking out one batter on 22 pitches thrown. Veras was to be used in the closer role with Joaquin Benoit unavailable, but due to the fact the game was tied, he was stretched out more than anticipated. 22 PC-12 ST (8/4/13)
(MR) Bruce Rondon (R)--Picked up the win on Sunday after pitching two innings of relief allowing one hit while striking out three batters on 23 pitches thrown. Rondon had allowed runs in each of his last two appearances, so hopefully this appearance gets him going in the right direction. 23 PC-19 ST (8/4/13)
Injuredâ Octavio Dotel (Shoulder)Houston Astros(CL) Committee Jose Cisnero (R)--Pitched 0.1 innings of relief on Friday night allowing one run on three hits needing 25 pitches before being pulled. Cisnero is expect to be used in the closer role, but this type of appearance is not going to help his case any. 25 PC-13 ST (8/2/13)
(CL) Committee Travis Blackley (L)--Pitched a scoreless 10th inning on Friday night allowing one walk while striking out one batter on 19 pitches thrown. Blackley has now pitched back-to-back days, so expect him to get the night off on Saturday. 19 PC-11 ST (8/2/13)
(CL) Committee Wesley Wright (L)âPitched 1.2 innings of relief on Tuesday night allowing one hit while striking out one batter on 21 pitches thrown. Wright will be part of the teams closer committee, but will likely only be used in extreme situations. 21 PC-14 ST (7/30/13)Kansas City Royals(CL) Solid Greg Holland (R)âPitched a scoreless ninth inning on Sunday in a non-save situation retiring all three batters he faced in order. Holland has now pitched back-to-back days so expect him to get the day off on Monday. 11 PC-8 ST (8/4/13)
(SU) Aaron Crow (R)âPitched one inning of relief on Saturday allowing two runs on one hit on three hits. Crow was charged with his third blown-save in the appearance, and has now pitched back-to-back days. 25 PC-13 ST (8/3/13)
(MR) Kelvin Herrera (R)--Picked up the win on Saturday after pitching 3.0 scoreless innings of relief allowing one walk while striking out three batters. Considering the extent of this appearance, expect Herrera to get the day off on Sunday. 36 PC-24 ST (8/3/13)Los Angeles Angels(CL) Solid Ernesto Frieri (R)âTook the loss on Sunday after surrendering two runs between the eighth and ninth innings. Frieri has struggled immensely over the last few weeks, and if he doesn't turn things around soon, the Angels will have to shake up their bullpen depth chart. 19 PC-13 ST (8/4/13)
(SU) Kevin Jepsen (R)--Was used in the seventh inning on Tuesday night allowing one run on two hits needing 18 pitches to get through the outing. Jepsen was charged with his second blown-save in the outing, and has now allowed a run in back-to-back games. 18 PC-12 ST (7/30/13)
(MR) Dane De La Rosa (R)--Pitched 0.1 innings of relief on Sunday allowing two hits on 11 pitches thrown. De La Rosa has now pitched three straight days, so expect him to get the night off on Monday. 11 PC-7 ST (8/4/13)
Injured:  Ryan Madson (Elbow), Sean Burnett (Elbow)Minnesota Twins(CL) Solid Glen Perkins (L)âRecorded his 27th save of the season Sunday after pitching a scoreless ninth inning allowing one hit while striking out one batter on 16 pitches thrown. Perkins has now pitched three straight days, so he will likely be unavailable on Monday. 16 PC-12 ST (8/4/13)
(SU) Casey Fien (R)--Earned his 14th hold of the season Saturday night after pitching a scoreless eighth inning retiring all three batters he faced in order. Fien has now pitched back-to-back days, so expect him to get the day off on Sunday. 14 PC-10 ST (8/3/13)
(MR) Jared Burton (R)âPicked up his 18th hold of the season Sunday after pitching a scoreless eighth inning retiring all three batters he faced in order. With Glen Perkins likely unavailable Monday, Burton has the chance of being used in the closer role if needed. 14 PC-10 ST (8/4/13)New York Yankees(CL) Elite Mariano Rivera (R)âRecorded his 35th save of the season Saturday night after pitching a scoreless ninth inning retiring all three batters he faced in order. This was Rivera's first appearance since Wednesday, so expect to see him more often over the next few days. 9 PC-7 ST (8/3/13)
(SU) David Robertson (R)âEarned his 25th hold of the season Saturday night after pitching a scoreless eighth inning allowing one hit on 18 pitches thrown. It wasn't the best outing from Robertson, but at least he escaped unharmed as he continues to pitch well int he setup role. 18 PC-11 ST (8/3/13)
(MR) Boone Logan (R)âPitched a scoreless seventh inning on Sunday allowing one hit while striking out one batter on 12 pitches thrown. This was Logan's first appearance since last Wednesday so expect to see much more of him over the next few days. 12 PC-7 ST (8/4/13)Oakland Athletics(CL) Elite Grant Balfour (R)âRecorded his 29th save of the season Saturday after pitching a scoreless ninth inning retiring all three batters he faced in order. Balfour needed only 12 pitches to work through the outing, forcing one fly ball out while striking out two batters and has now converted 29 of 30 save chances this year. 12 PC-7 ST (8/3/13)
(SU) Ryan Cook (R)--Picked up his 16th hold of the season Saturday after pitching a scoreless eighth inning retiring all three batters he faced in order. Cook needed 15 pitches to get through the appearance forcing one ground ball out and two fly ball outs to get the job done. 15 PC-9 ST (8/3/13)
(MR) Sean Doolittle (L)âEarned his 16th hold of the season Saturday after pitching a scoreless seventh inning allowing one hit while striking out one batter on 16 pitches thrown. Despite being inconsistent these days, Doolittle has put together nine straight scoreless appearances. 16 PC-11 ST (8/3/13)Seattle Mariners(CL) Committee Danny Farquhar (R)--Recorded his second save of the season Sunday after pitching a scoreless ninth inning retiring all three batters he faced in order. Farquhar has now been used in back-to-back games, so expect him to be unavailable on Monday. 9 PC-8 ST (8/4/13)
(CL) Committee Charlie Furbush (L)--Earned his 11th hold of the season Saturday after pitching 1.2 innings of relief allowing two hits and one walk while striking out one batter on 26 pitches thrown. Furbush is considered to be in the mix for saves moving forward, although he was skipped in this game. 26 PC-15 ST (8/3/13)
(CL) Committee Yoervis Molina (R)--Earned his eighth hold of the season Sunday after pitching two scoreless innings of relief retiring all six batters he faced in order. Molina looked great in this outing, forcing two ground ball outs while striking out four batters to get the job done. 21 PC-14 ST (8/4/13)
InjuredâStephen Pryor (back)Tampa Bay Rays(CL) Solid Fernando Rodney (R)âCollected his 27th save of the season Sunday after pitching a scoreless ninth inning retiring all three batters he faced in order. Rodney needed only 11 pitches to work through the frame, forcing one ground ball out and one fly ball out while striking out one batter to secure the Rays victory. 11 PC-7 ST (8/4/13)
(SU) Joel Peralta (R)âPicked up his 28th hold of the season Sunday after pitching a scoreless eighth inning allowing one hit while striking out one batter on 13 pitches thrown. This was Peralta's first appearance since last Monday, so expect to see much more of him over the next few days. 13 PC-9 ST (8/4/13)
(MR) Jake McGee (L)--Earned his 20th hold of the season Sunday after pitching a scoreless ninth inning retiring all three batters he faced in order. McGee needed 16 pitches to work through the frame, forcing one ground ball out and one fly ball out while striking out one batter to hold the Rays lead. 16 PC-11 ST (8/4/13)
Injured--Jesse Crain (Shoulder)Texas Rangers(CL) Elite Joe Nathan (R)âPitched a scoreless ninth inning on Sunday in a non-save situation allowing one hit and one walk on 15 pitches thrown. It wasn't the best showing from Nathan, but he was able to secure the Rangers lead as they continue to fight the Athletics for the American League West title. 15 PC-8 ST (8/4/13)(SU) Tanner Scheppers (R)âWas used to get the final two outs of the eighth inning on Wednesday night allowing one walk while striking out one batter on 11 pitches thrown. Scheppers has now pitched back-to-back days so expect him to get the day off on Thursday. 11 PC-5 ST (7/31/13)(MR) Joakim Soria (R)--Pitched a scoreless ninth inning on Friday night in a non-save situation allowing one hit on 20 pitches thrown. Soria has now pitched back-to-back days, so expect him to get the day off on Saturday. 20 PC-15 ST (8/2/13)Toronto Blue Jays(CL) Solid Casey Janssen (R)âEarned his 19th hold of the season Sunday after pitching a scoreless ninth inning retiring all three batters of the season. Janssen needed only 10 pitches to work through the frame, forcing one ground ball out and two fly ball outs to secure the win for the Blue Jays. 10 PC-7 ST (8/4/13)
(SU) Steve Delabar (R)--Took the loss on Friday night after surrendering three runs on three hits and one walk while striking out three batter son 27 pitches thrown. Delabar falls to 5-2 after this appearance, but at least his strikeout rate continues to be one fo the best in all of baseball. 27 PC-21 ST (8/2/13)
(MR) Brett Cecil (L)--Picked up the win on Sunday after striking out both batters he faced in the eighth inning. Cecil needed only nine pitches in the appearance, improving his record to 5-1 on the season, in what was his first appearance since last Wednesday. 9 PC-6 ST (8/4/13)
Injuredâ Sergio Santos (Triceps)Continue to Page 2 to view the National League Bullpen Report...National League Bullpen Report Arizona Diamondbacks(CL) Shaky Brad Ziegler (R)--Earned his sixth save of the season Friday night after pitching a scoreless ninth inning allowing two hits on 17 pitches thrown. Ziegler continues to get the job done despite not having the most overpowering arsenal and will continue to get ninth inning work as long as he doesn't falter. 17 PC-11 ST (8/2/13)
(SU) David Hernandez (R)âPitched 0.1 innings of relief on Saturday night allowing two runs on one hit and one walk in the eighth inning. Hernandez continues to struggle and is now in danger of losing the setup role. 13 PC-8 ST (8/3/13)
(MR) Heath Bell (R)âPitched 1.1 innings of relief on Sunday retiring all four batters he faced in order. Bell needed 17 pitches to work through the frame, forcing one ground ball out and one fly ball out while striking out two batters to get the job done. 17 PC-10 ST (8/4/13)
Injured: Matt Reynolds (Elbow)Atlanta Braves(CL) Elite Craig Kimbrel (R)âRecorded his 34th save of the season Sunday after pitching a scoreless ninth inning allowing one hit while striking out one batter. Kimbrel has now pitched three consecutive days, so expect to see Jordan Walden used in the closer role on Monday. 18 PC-14 ST (8/4/13)
(SU)  Jordan Walden (R)--Pitched a scoreless eighth inning on Saturday retiring all three batters he faced in order. Walden needed 13 pitches to work through the frame, forcing two fly ball outs while striking out one batter as he continues to pitch well since returning from the disabled list back in late may. 13 PC-9 ST (8/3/13)
(MR) Scott Downs (L)--Earned his first hold since joining the Braves after recording the final two outs of the eighth inning. Downs allowed one hit while striking out one batter on nine pitches thrown as he continues to pitch well since joining the Braves. 9 PC-6 ST (8/4/13)
Injuredâ Jonny Venters (Elbow),  Eric OâFlaherty (Elbow)Chicago Cubs(CL) Shaky Kevin Gregg (R)--Pitched a scoreless ninth inning on Saturday in a non-save situation allowing two hits and one walk on 13 pitches thrown. Gregg has now allowed seven base runners over his last three outings, and got lucky he didn't allow any runs in this one. 13 PC-9 ST (8/3/13)
(SU) Pedro Strop (R)--Pitched two innings of relief on Sunday allowing one walk while striking out one batter on 30 pitches thrown. With a scheduled day off on Monday, expect Strop to be ready to go for the series opener with the Phillies. 30 PC-20 ST (8/4/13)
(MR) James Russell (L)--Pitched a scoreless seventh inning on Sunday retiring all three batters he faced in order. Russell needed only 11 pitches to work through the frame, forcing two fly ball outs while striking out one batter to get the job done. 11 PC-8 ST (8/4/13)
Injured--Kyuji Fujikawa (Forearm)Cincinnati Reds(CL) Elite Aroldis Chapman (L)âPitched a scoreless ninth inning on Saturday night in a non-save situation retiring all three batters he faced in order. Chapman needed only 11 pitches to work through the frame, forcing one ground ball out while striking out two batters to get the job done. 11 PC-9 ST (8/3/13)
(SU) J.J. Hoover (R)--Earned his sixth hold of the season Saturday night after pitching a scoreless eighth inning retiring all three batters he faced in order. Hoover has now pitched back-to-back days, so expect him to get the day off on Sunday. 17 PC-10 ST (8/3/13)
(MR) Sam LeCure (R)--Was used in the ninth inning on Sunday allowing four runs on five hits in the appearance. This was a terrible showing from LeCure, who has failed to get hte job done in two of his last three appearances, but should stay in the mix considering the lack of depth in the team's bullpen. 27 PC-19 ST (8/4/13)
Injured--Sean Marshall  (Shoulder), Jonathan Broxton (Elbow)Colorado Rockies(CL) Shaky Rex Brothers (L)âRecorded his eighth hold of the season Friday night despite allowing one run on two hits while striking out one batter on 13 pitches thrown. This wasn't the best outing we have seen from Brothers this season, but he was able to work his way through it to earn just his second save since July 24. 13 PC-10 ST (8/2/13)
(SU) Matt Belisle (R)--Pitched a scoreless eighth inning on Sunday allowing one hit on only eight pitches thrown. This appearance was Belisle's first since last Monday, so expect to see more of him over the next few days. 8 PC-7 ST (8/4/13)
(MR) Wilton Lopez (R)âPitched 1.1 innings of relief on Saturday night retiring all four batters he faced in order. Lopez needed 19 pitches to work through the appearance forcing two ground ball outs and one fly ball out while striking out one batter to get the job done. 19 PC-12 ST (8/3/13)
Injured--Rafael Betancourt (Appendectomy)Los Angeles Dodgers(CL) Solid Kenley Jansen (R)âRecorded his 17th save of the season Sunday after striking out the side in the ninth inning. Jansen has been pitching great as of late, and has now struck out eight batters over his last three appearances. 15 PC-10 ST (8/4/13)
(SU) Ronald Belisario (R)âEarned his 12th hold of the season Saturday after recording the first two outs of the eighth inning. Belisario got himself into a jam by allowing two hits, but Paco Rodriguez was able to clean up his mess to secure the Dodgers lead. 12 PC-9 ST (8/3/13)
(MR) Brandon League (R)âEarned his first hold of the season Saturday after recording the final two outs of the seventh inning. League needed only four pitches to work through the outing and has now pitched back-to-back days. 4 PC-2 ST (8/3/13)Miami Marlins(CL) Solid Steve Cishek (R)âRecorded his 23rd save of the season Thursday after pitching a scoreless ninth inning allowing on 18 pitches thrown. Cishek got back on track after a rough outing last time out, forcing one ground ball out while striking out two batters to get the job done. 18 PC-14 ST (8/1/13)
(SU) Mike Dunn (L)--Pitched a scoreless ninth inning on Saturday night in a non-save situation retiring all three batters he faced in order. Dunn needed 16 pitches to work through the frame which was his first outing since Wednesday. 16 PC-9 ST (8/3/13)
(MR) A.J. Ramos (R)--Pitched a scoreless ninth inning on Sunday in a non-save situation allowing one hit while striking out one batter on 19 pitches thrown. Ramos has been pitching very well as of late, but has little fantasy value moving forward. 19 PC-15 ST (8/4/13)Milwaukee Brewers(CL) Shaky Jim Henderson (R)--Recorded his 15th save of the season Sunday after pitching a scoreless ninth inning retiring all three batters he faced in order. Henderson needed 18 pitches to work through the frame forcing one ground ball out and one fly ball out while striking out one batter to get the job done. 18 PC-10 ST (8/4/13)
(SU) John Axford (R)âPicked up the win on Sunday despite allowing one run on one hit in the sixth inning. Axford has struggled as of late, allowing three runs over his last three appearances, but at least he didn't blow the lead in this one. 19 PC-13 ST (8/4/13)
(MR) Brandon Kintzler (R)--Earned his 12th hold of the season Sunday after pitching 1.1 innings of relief. Kintzler needed 13 pitches to work through the appearance, allowing one hit while striking out one batter  to hold the Brewers lead. 13 PC-10 ST (8/4/13)New York Mets(CL) Solid Bobby Parnell (R)âEarned his 22nd save of the season Tuesday night after pitching a scoreless 10th inning allowing one walk on 20 pitches thrown. Parnell has now pitched three consecutive days, so expect him to get the day off on Wednesday. 20 PC-10 ST (7/30/13)
(SU) LaTroy Hawkins (R)--Pitched a scoreless ninth inning on Sunday in a non-save situation retiring all three batters he faced in order. Hawkins needed 13 pitches to work through the frame, forcing one ground ball out and one fly ball out while striking out one batter to get the job done. 13 PC-10 ST (8/4/13)
(MR) Scott Rice (L)--Pitched 1.1 innings of relief on Sunday allowing two hits on 20 pitches thrown. Rice has been used often over the last few days having been used in three straight contests, but with a scheduled day off on Monday he could be available for the team's next game. 20 PC-12 ST (8/4/13)
Injuredâ Frank Francisco (Elbow)Philadelphia Phillies(CL) Solid Jonathan Papelbon (R)--Pitched a scoreless ninth inning on Sunday night in a non-save situation allowing one hit while striking out two batters on 18 pitches thrown. Papelbon has now pitched back-to-back days, but should be available for the team;s next game on Tuesday with a scheduled day off Monday. 18 PC-12 ST (8/4/13)
(SU) Antonio Bastardo (L)âPitched a scoreless 10th inning on Saturday allowing two walks while striking out one batter on 25 pitches thrown. Bastardo has now pitched back-to-back days, so there is a good chance he will be unavailable on Sunday. 25 PC-14 ST (8/3/13)
(MR) Justin De Fratus (R)--Pitched 0.2 innings of relief on Saturday night retiring both batters he faced in order on only eight pitches thrown. De Fratus has now pitched back-to-back days so expect him to get the day off on Sunday. 8 PC-5 ST (8/3/13)
Injured--Mike Adams (Shoulder)Pittsburgh Pirates(CL) Solid Mark Melancon (R)--Recorded his sixth save of the season Saturday night after pitching yet another scoreless ninth inning. Melancon continues to get the job done with Jason Grilli on the disabled list, which should give the Pirates some insurance if Grilli is out longer than expected. 13 PC-9 ST (8/3/13)
(SU) Tony Watson (L)--Pitched 0.1 innings of relief on Saturday night surrendering two runs on three hits. This wasn't the best showing from Watson, but considering the way he has been pitching of late, this is likely just a bump in the road. 18 PC-13 ST (8/3/13)
(MR) Justin Wilson (L)--Pitched 1.2 innings of relief on Friday night allowing one run on three hits needing 34 pitches to work through the appearance. Due to his high pitch count Wilson will likely be given the night off on Saturday, but expect to see him available once again on Sunday. 34 PC-27 ST (8/2/13)
Injured--Jason Grilli (Forearm)San Diego Padres(CL) Solid Huston Street (R)--Recorded his 21st save of the season Sunday after pitching a scoreless ninth inning allowing one hit and one walk while striking out three batter on 26 pitches thrown. It wasn't the best outing from Street, but at least he didn't let the Yankees capitalize on his early mistakes. 26 PC-19 ST (8/4/13)(SU) Luke Gregerson (R)âPicked up the win on Monday night after pitching a scoreless ninth inning retiring all three batters he faced in order. Gregerson needed only 12 pitches to get through the appearance forcing one fly ball out while striking out two batters to keep the Padres within striking distance. 12 PC-10 ST (7/29/13)
(MR) Dale Thayer (R)âPitched one inning of relief on Sunday allowing one run on one hit in the seventh inning. Thayer has now pitched back-to-back days, but with a scheduled day off on Monday, he should be available in the team's next game on Tuesday. 23 PC-16 ST (8/4/13)San Francisco Giants(CL) Solid Sergio Romo (R)âRecorded his 26th save of the season Friday night after retiring the final two batters of the ninth inning. Romo has now pitched back-to-back days, but has limited his pitch count, so expect him to be available if needed on Saturday. 14 PC-8 ST (8/2/13)
(SU) Santiago Casilla (R)--Picked up his 10th hold of the season Friday night after pitching a scoreless eighth inning retiring all three batters he faced in order. Casilla continues to pitch well since returning from the disabled list and will be first in line to earn saves if Sergio Romo was to falter. 9 PC-6 ST (8/2/13)
(MR) Javier Lopez (L)--Earned his ninth hold of the season Friday night after recording the first out of the ninth inning. Lopez allowed one hit in the appearance, but it did not come back to haunt him after Sergio Romo secured the victory. 8 PC-5 ST (8/2/13)
Injured-- Jeremy AffeldtSt. Louis Cardinals(CL) Elite Edward Mujica (R)âRecorded his 30th save of the season Thursday after pitching a scoreless ninth inning allowing one hit while striking out two batters on 14 pitches thrown. Mujica has now recorded three saves over the last five days, as he continues to get plenty of save chances for the Cardinals. 14 P-10 ST (7/25/13)
(SU) Trevor Rosenthal (R)--Pitched a scoreless ninth inning on Sunday in a non-save situation retiring all three batters he faced in order. Rosenthal needed only eight pitches to get through the appearance forcing three ground ball outs to get the job done. 8 PC-6 ST (8/4/13)
(MR) Randy Choate (L)--Pitched 0.1 innings of relief in Game 1 of Tuesday's doubleheader forcing the only batter he faced to ground out on five pitches thrown. Choate bounced back nicely from a rough outing on Saturday, and considering he threw only five pitches, he may be used in Game 2 if needed. 5 PC-2 ST (7/30/13)
Injuredâ Jason Motte (Elbow), Fernando Salas (Shoulder)Washington Nationals(CL) Solid Rafael Soriano (R)--Recorded his 28th save of the season Saturday night after pitching a 1-2-3 ninth inning. Soriano has now pitched back-to-back days, but considering his low pitch count, he will likely be available on Sunday. 12 PC-9 ST (8/3/13)
(SU) Tyler Clippard (R)âPicked up his 21st hold of the season Saturday night after pitching a scoreless eighth inning retiring all three batters he faced in order. Clippard needed 10 pitches to work through the frame forcing two ground ball outs while striking out one batter to get the job done. 10 PC-6 ST (8/3/13)
(MR) Ryan Mattheus (R)--Earned his fourth hold of the season Friday after pitching a scoreless seventh inning retiring all three batters he faced in order. Mattheus needed 11 pitches to work through the appearance forcing two ground ball outs while striking out one batter to get the job done. 11 PC-9 ST (8/2/13)Matthew Beck is a Fantasy Sports Columnist for Rotoinfo.com. If you have any questions or comments feel free to e-mail him at matthewbeck@rotoinfo.com. Also follow him on Twitter @MatthewRBeck for up-to-date Q&A and fantasy information. And, to make setting your Fantasy Baseball lineup easy, be sure to And, to utilize RotoInfo.comâs new MLB Daily Lineups Grid. Player News
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