Aroldis Chapman Blows Save Monday
1 year agoTexas Rangers relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman blew his fourth save of the season in Monday's 4-3 extra-innings loss to the Diamondbacks. Chapman came in to pitch the bottom of the ninth inning up by one. He got the first out on a strikeout, allowed a game-tying solo home run, and then got the final two outs on a groundout and lineout. He would stay on to pitch a scoreless 10th, allowing no hits, an intentional walk, and a strikeout. The 35-year-old has pitched well this season with three saves, a 2.28 ERA, a 16.35 K/9, and a 4.75 BB/9. While teammate William Smith has not pitched well of late, he has still maintained the lead in the closer's role. This could change if Smith continues to struggle, which makes Chapman worth keeping an eye on in all leagues.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com