Erik Swanson Part Of Closer-By-Committee Setup?
9 months agoToronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Erik Swanson should see increased save chances with closer Jordan Romano (back) sent to the 15-day injured list on Saturday. Yimi Garcia, who has pitched the ninth inning in Toronto's last two outings, appears to have a slight edge for closing work with Tim Mayza also potentially in the mix while Romano is out. Perhaps Swanson, owner of a 6.39 ERA in his prior 12 2/3 frames, isn't necessarily the favorite for saves at the moment. However, the right-hander remains a worthwhile speculative fantasy waiver add with the Jays having produced the sixth-most save opportunities (49) as a team this year. Toronto likely searches for bullpen help at the trade deadline, though.
Source: Ben Nicholson-Smith
Source: Ben Nicholson-Smith