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The avalanche of pitching injuries continues for the Los Angeles Dodgers. The latest is rookie Roki Sasaki, who has landed on the 10-day injured list with a sore shoulder, the team announced on Tuesday. In a corresponding move, they have recalled J.P. Feyereisen has been recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City. The reliever could only return to the majors before a 10-day window, … [Read more...] about Dodgers Rookie Roki Sasaki Lands on Injured List With Sore Shoulder

Once a highly touted Philadelphia Phillies pitching prospect, Mick Abel is now having a career resurgence this season. Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski told 94WIP this week that Abel would be an option if the team needed to tap into their starting pitching depth due to injuries. Abel is currently on the Phillies 40-man roster after having been Rule 5 … [Read more...] about Phillies Prospect Mick Abel Having A Career Resurgence

At this point in the season, it is the right time for Aaron Boone and the New York Yankees to configure a plan pertaining to the closer role. Devin Williams‘ struggles have created a tricky situation to navigate. Still, it doesn’t mean swaying away from him, but coordinating options.  The closer is often the toughest piece of the roster puzzle in baseball. Williams was acquired … [Read more...] about Yankees Need to Find a Way to Give Devin Williams a Chance Closing Games

The Arizona Diamondbacks bullpen is distressing at this point in the season. Despite having some new additions this season, the bullpen’s performance has been erratic, inconsistent, and unreliable. Changes need to happen sooner rather than later. Multiple Meltdowns The Diamondbacks bullpen has struggled to hold leads, often blowing games late or allowing rallies, and has eight … [Read more...] about Arizona Diamondbacks Bullpen is Distressing