Craig Kimbrel Returning To Closer Role Friday
                
        
        Baltimore Orioles manager Brandon Hyde said that right-hander Craig  Kimbrel (back) will return to his normal role as closer on Friday for the start of a series against the Cincinnati Reds. Kimbrel will return to the fold at the back end of Baltimore's bullpen after not appearing in a game since injuring his back last Sunday against the Oakland Athletics. The 35-year-old's back injury could explain why he's blown both of his last two save chances while allowing three runs. It's something to keep a close eye on moving forward. Kimbrel is currently sporting a 3.18 ERA and 1.23 WHIP with seven saves, six walks and 17 strikeouts in his 11 1/3 innings pitched. If Kimbrel's back issues return and he's forced to miss more time, a closer committee could form in Baltimore between Jacob  Webb, Danny  Coulombe and Yennier  Cano.
Source: MASN Sports - Steve Melewski
        Source: MASN Sports - Steve Melewski
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