Art Warren Earns His First Save On Sunday
3 years agoCincinnati Reds relief pitcher Art Warren closed out the team's 6-3 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Sunday to earn his first save of the year. He pitched a scoreless ninth inning, allowing one hit and no walks while striking out one. Tony Santillan earned the team's first save of the year on Opening Day, but he was utilized in the eighth inning of Sunday's game. Santillan dealt with the heart of the Braves' lineup in the eighth inning, facing the two-through-six hitters in the lineup. Things are probably going to be fluid with the Cincinnati bullpen at least for now. When the Reds hold a late lead, Santillan may be called upon to face an opposing team's top hitters no matter which inning that may end up being, and that will make the saves picture quite messy. Meanwhile, keep in mind that Lucas Sims (back) will factor into the equation as well when he returns to the team - likely later this month.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN