2K19: Closer and Bullpen

[Teenwolf]

CLOSER MONKEY:
Washington Nationals — Dave Martinez confirmed that it’ll be Ryan Madson getting the ninth inning with Kelvin Herrera on the shelf. Justin Miller and Koda Glover will split the set-up role, with Greg Holland lurking as another potential high-leverage option, if he can figure things out. Meanwhile, Sean Doolittle (stress reaction in left foot) has been cleared to throw on flat ground, but is trying not to rush back too soon.

Updated hierarchy: Madson | Miller | Glover.

I would think Holland only needs 5-6 strong appearances to reclaim the role, but that would only be if Madson gets hurt or fails in the role... in either case, I'd put Holland 2nd, but he'll need a week or two of performing to be handed a save opportunity again.

I like Koda Glover for 2019 and beyond... that name is so good!

[virgonomic]

Twins trade Rodney to the A's.

Hildenberger and Reed have both been bad lately. I like Hildy but it's a coin flip.

[madducks]

Wade Davis gives up 3 ER in 0.1 IP. It's the 3rd time in 4 games that he has given up multiple runs. He may be losing his grip on the closer job with the Rockies fighting for a playoff spot.

[pitbull]

Wade Davis gives up 3 ER in 0.1 IP. It's the 3rd time in 4 games that he has given up multiple runs. He may be losing his grip on the closer job with the Rockies fighting for a playoff spot.

He cost two points in ERA and WHIP last night. His ERA since AS is 13.49.

[TranaGreg]

Kenley Jansen hospitalized due to an irregular heartbeat ... expected to miss significant time.

CloserMonkey suggests Scott Alexander - he got the save last night.

[whalewang]

I assume Scott Alexander >> Jeffress, rest of the year for saves?

[virgonomic]

I assume Scott Alexander >> Jeffress, rest of the year for saves?

Not if the super nerds have a say in it.
https://reviewingthebrew.com/2018/08...l-time-closer/

[Judge Jude]

I assume Scott Alexander >> Jeffress, rest of the year for saves?

isn't Alexander their only lefty?
plus some Maeda chatter out there

[Msaint]

Twins trade Rodney to the A's.

Hildenberger and Reed have both been bad lately. I like Hildy but it's a coin flip.

Keep an eye on Trevor May. He's been good since coming back up post-TJ.

[revo]

isn't Alexander their only lefty?
plus some Maeda chatter out there

Yes, Maeda made his last start of the season last night. They're moving him to the pen.

[Hornsby]

I would urge people to donate to Closer Monkey, they're running their annual fund drive. Not only does pretty much everyone on this site use the service that they provide, many post verbatim from their emails.

A couple of bucks tossed their way wouldn't hurt...

[Msaint]

Hildenberger got a “save” but it was hideous. Reed prob gets next.

[pitbull]

Alexander starter off the 9th last night. K Cargo then gave up a double to Story. Chargpois comes in and lows the lead giving up a 3-run HR by McMahon. We could see Axford or Baez next. Maybe down the road Maeda? According to Roberts it is 8-man committee. I have no certainty as to who emerges to take over the closer role. Maybe Urias comes off the DL and gets the role

[rhd]

Epic meltdown for Madson tonite, blowing a 3-run lead and losing the game, giving up a GW GS after hitting 2 guys to load the bases and once again blowing the win for my pitcher. Nats have had bullpen problems every year for a while now but they never fix them. Perhaps Glover gets the next save opp.

[Judge Jude]

Glover got the 8th and Miller warmed up before Bote did the Bote