The Closer Report Power Rankings: 07.30.2012
The Closer Report: Closer Power Rankings Every two weeks throughout the baseball season, The Closer Report will provide the Closer Report Power Rankings. These power rankings are not based on a closer’s legacy, name, or team. It’s based on a formula that considers the pitchers historical stats, current stats, reliability, injury, and more importantly what the closer is doing recently. Brought to you by www.thecloserreport.com Last Updated 7/30/2012 Rank Closer Details 1 Craig Kimbrel, Atlanta Braves Prev. Rank: 1 Sv W ERA WHIP SO 2012 Statistics 30/32 0 1.35 0.65 67 Kimbrel is the best closer … Read entire article »
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Brett Myers Traded; Drew Storen’s Lackluster Return
Closer news got busy this weekend with the highly anticipated return of Drew Storen and the completely expected trade of Brett Myers. Neither are worth much analysis at this point, but both could be tasty treats by late August.. Myers was traded to the Chicago White Sox and will likely be used as a setup man behind closer Addison Reed. While Reed has struggled recently, there are no signs that Manager Robin Ventura will remove him from … Read entire article »
Filed under: Addison Reed, Brett Myers, Drew Storen, Featured, In-Season Analysis
To Trust or Not to Trust: John Axford, Milwaukee Brewers
Yesterday, Brewers manager Ron Roenicke announced that for the time being John Axford will be removed from the closer role and replaced by good ‘ol Francisco Rodriguez a.k.a KROD. The move was not a shocker being the season that Axford has had. He is 16/22 in saves this season and six blown saves is the most he has ever had for an entire season, let alone half a season. In fact, over the past two seasons, Axford … Read entire article »
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The Closer Report Power Rankings: 07.16.2012
The Closer Report: Closer Power Rankings Every two weeks throughout the baseball season, The Closer Report will provide the Closer Report Power Rankings. These power rankings are not based on a closer’s legacy, name, or team. It’s based on a formula that considers the pitchers historical stats, current stats, reliability, injury, and more importantly what the closer is doing recently. Brought to you by www.thecloserreport.com Last Updated 7/15/2012 Rank Closer Details 1 Craig Kimbrel, Atlanta Braves Prev. Rank: 1 Sv W ERA WHIP SO 2012 Statistics 27/28 0 1.29 0.69 62 Kimbrel remains unhittable. He added … Read entire article »
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Twins bring Capps back from DL
The Associated Press – As Seen on Yahoo! Sports MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins will reinstate closer Matt Capps from the 15-day disabled list. The Twins announced Thursday that Capps will return for Friday’s game against Oakland. He has been out for three weeks due to shoulder inflammation. To make room on the roster, the Twins optioned right-handed reliever Kyle Waldrop back to Triple-A Rochester. Capps pitched two innings on a rehab assignment with Class A Fort … Read entire article »
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Closer Trade Rumors: Huston Street, San Diego Padres
The trade deadline is less than three weeks away and rumors are heating. Closers will be a hot commidty this summer with so many bullpens in need of support for a playoff run. Today I will cover the almost certain trade of Huston Street. The Padres have no reason to keep him and he is in the last year of his deal. Huston Street, SD – The Padres All-Star Closer will be dealt, nobody denies that. … Read entire article »
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Closer Trade Rumors: Jonathan Broxton, Kansas City Royals
As we get closer to the All-Star game, but even more importantly to the July 31st trade deadline, speculation will heat up as to where certain players will go by that annual deadline. Closers will be the hottest commodity on the market. With so many failures at the position, along with massive injuries, there will be plenty of closer-starved teams hunting for the best bargains to shore up their bullpens for a playoff run. … Read entire article »
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2012 Team Save Projections Released!
I have released my 2012 Team Save Projections for the 2012 season. This includes my projections for team wins, save chances, and team saves. This is great data to have when looking for the right closer for your fantasy team. It will also help you find the best setup men will will help your fantasy steal some saves. Check out the links below : 2012 Team Save Projections … Read entire article »
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Top 10 Sleeper Closers For 2011
1. Craig Kimbrel, Atlanta Braves – This guy is the right-handed version of Billy Wagner. With a 98MPH fastball and a propensity to strikeout batters, Kimbrel has what it takes to close. He’s on a great team that will provide him with plenty of save opportunities. He also lacked any serious competition in the Braves bullpen, though Venters is slightly capable. 2. Drew Storen, Washington Nationals – Last year I felt some heat with discussing … Read entire article »
Filed under: Andrew Bailey, Arizona D-Backs, Atlanta Braves, Baltimore Orioles, Brandon League, Chicago White Sox, Chris Perez, Chris Sale, Cleveland Indians, Craig Kimbrel, Drew Storen, Featured, Frank Francisco, Houston Astros, J.J. Putz, Jason Motte, Jonathan Broxton, LA Dodgers, LAA Angels, Oakland A's, Seattle Mariners, St. Louis Cardinals, Toronto Blue Jays, Washington Nats
Power Ranking Released: August 15, 2010
http://www.thecloserreport.com/rankings/index.html Listen to Todd “The True Guru” Farino breakdown all the closer activity three times a week on Blog Talk Radio. Every Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday at 11pm PST. www.blogtalkradio.com/the-closer-report or download the podcast on ITunes! … Read entire article »
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