Roki Sasaki and Tanner Scott appear to be the key bullpen supports for the Dodgers in the playoffs.
SAN FRANCISCO – What unfolded on Friday night was quite impressive, especially when looking at the lineup on paper. Roki Sasaki took the mound in the eighth inning, followed by Tanner Scott finishing things up in the ninth. Manager Dave Roberts pointed out that their usage in this order may not be set in stone […]
Roki Sasaki returns to the Dodgers’ bullpen and is accepting it
The original plan for Roki Sasaki was to pitch an inning or two as the opener. However, Sasaki had different thoughts. “I stated that I wanted to pitch from the bullpen,” he mentioned in Japanese. Since he will be serving as a reliever in the playoffs, Sasaki decided he should get accustomed to that role […]
Devin Williams is expected to return quickly to the Mets bullpen following his injury.
In a challenging season for the Mets, Devin Williams is focusing on getting healthy, and it seems he’s close to making a comeback. The closer, sidelined since August 7 due to a shoulder strain, has recently completed his third mound session at Citi Field and is slated to face hitters on Thursday. If that goes […]
The challenge the Yankees have with their bullpen as they continue to pursue the AL East
Yankees’ Bullpen Strategy As Playoffs Loom As the playoffs draw nearer, be prepared to witness more of what the Yankees showcased in their recent 2-0 victory: an inning apiece from Brent Headrick, Paul Blackburn, and David Bednar. If you’re keeping an eye on the season, you’ve likely noticed this trio multiple times already, and they’ve […]
Kodai Senga continues to excel in the bullpen, but his role with the Mets in 2027 remains uncertain.
Kodai Senga’s Future with the Mets: A Mixed Outlook Kodai Senga seems to have discovered his place for the 2026 season, though his role for the upcoming season is still up in the air, according to David Stearns. After an initial struggle, where he posted an ERA of 10.08 following a start on June 23, […]
Emmet Sheehan is promoted by the Dodgers to join the bullpen.
Emmett Sheehan’s Quick Comeback to the Dodgers Emmett Sheehan’s brief stint in Triple-A has concluded after just a few weeks. After being sent to the minor leagues post-trade deadline to fine-tune his erratic performance, it seems the Dodgers are set to recall him on Tuesday, according to a source familiar with the matter. He is […]
Shohei Ohtani’s lack of presence on the mound has added to the Dodgers’ bullpen problems.
The outlook seems promising for Shohei Ohtani. If he stays on track following his 34-pitch session on the mound on Friday, he plans to engage in a couple more bullpen practices and then take on hitters in a simulated game. “Then we’ll see him in a major league game,” said manager Dave Roberts. Ohtani’s possible […]
Dave Roberts responds strongly to another bullpen failure by the Dodgers
Dave Roberts, the manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers, is expressing dissatisfaction with the performance of his bullpen. Edwin Diaz has managed to secure saves in three of his five recent outings since returning from the injured list, including a tough 5-4 defeat against the Milwaukee Brewers. However, when reporters inquired whether Diaz would continue […]
Yankees promote Bradley Hanner in hopes he will be their next bullpen discovery
Yankees Turn to New Bullpen Addition Amid Challenges This season, the Yankees have faced challenges in their bullpen, which has seen a mix of performances and lacked key upgrades at the trade deadline. However, they did find some promising talent in a reliever from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Yerry de los Santos has appeared in six games, […]
Nate Lavender has demonstrated his skills in the revamped Mets bullpen
ATLANTA — Nate Lavender Impresses in Bullpen Overhaul Nate Lavender’s quick return to the team caught the attention of Mets officials just over a week after the bullpen saw significant changes. The left-handed pitcher made his entrance on Tuesday, delivering 3 1/3 innings and allowing only one hit while striking out five. He did not […]