A tough week for relievers, with most of Tier 2 hitting a rough patch at some point, with the biggest being Dellin Betances. All the while, Andrew Miller and Chris Devenski continue to be pretty dominant basically every week. As far as the future closer watch goes, I still like Arodys Vizcaino (when healthy) and Tommy Kahnle as the two most likely options, although Brad Hand certainly deserves a longer chance in San Diego, assuming he isn't dealt at the deadline.
TIER 1: Good Vibrations
1. Andrew Miller (Cleveland Indians)
Brad Hand over Will Harris?
Statistically speaking, they are about the same, with Hand actually getting a slight edge in value this far due to usage + K’s. I also like the fact that he could either A. be traded into a better situation (more HD+SV chances) or B. move into the closers role at some point in SD.
It seems like Hector Rondon is being used in lower leverage situations lately. Also, how close is Enny Romero to getting a shot at saves in WAS? His stats are not great, but most of that damage came really early in the season.
Outside of Edwards Jr. and Davis, that Cubs bullpen has been pretty unpredictable for most of the year. I still like what Rondon offers over Uehara and Strop.
I have Romero and Albers as co-closers in Washington, which is why neither is on the list. Romero probably has been their best RP this season, and has the stuff to be a closer, atleast untill the team trades for one.