All articles tagged with #craig kimbrel
Originally Published 4 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The Houston Astros are set to sign Craig Kimbrel to a major league contract after his release from a minor league deal with Texas, aiming to bolster their struggling bullpen with his strikeout ability and experience, especially with postseason eligibility approaching.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The Texas Rangers are signing veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel to a minor league contract after he elected free agency following a brief stint with Atlanta, aiming to bolster their bullpen with a seasoned arm as they navigate injuries and roster needs.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by New York Post
Craig Kimbrel was designated for assignment by the Atlanta Braves after just one relief appearance following his return from the minors, marking a quick and unexpected end to his brief stint with the team despite a storied career.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by NESN
Craig Kimbrel, a former Red Sox All-Star closer, was promoted by the Atlanta Braves for his 2025 debut but was designated for assignment the next day after a brief and somewhat ineffective appearance, highlighting the team's ongoing bullpen struggles and his uncertain future in MLB.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Sports Illustrated
The Atlanta Braves designated reliever Craig Kimbrel for assignment just one day after he returned to the team and pitched a scoreless inning, leading to the call-up of reliever Austin Cox to fill his spot.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The Atlanta Braves have designated veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel for assignment after a brief return to the team, replacing him with left-hander Austin Cox from Triple-A.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The Atlanta Braves are planning to promote Craig Kimbrel from Triple-A Gwinnett, aiming to bolster their bullpen after recent struggles, despite his diminished velocity and command issues. Kimbrel, a former star closer with a storied career, has looked good in minor league play and is expected to bring experience to a bullpen in need of stability.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Baltimore Sun
The Baltimore Orioles had a successful 4-2 homestand, with Gunnar Henderson's breakout performance and Kyle Bradish's promising rehab outing being key takeaways. Craig Kimbrel's strong start and evolving pitching style are also highlighted, while Albert Suárez's unexpected return to the mound after seven years and the developmental stages of young hitters like Colton Cowser and Jackson Holliday provide further insights into the team's progress.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ESPN
Craig Kimbrel, the 35-year-old closer, expressed his urgency to win and be part of a winning team after joining the Baltimore Orioles. With closer Félix Bautista out due to Tommy John surgery, the Orioles acquired Kimbrel on a one-year deal to fill the significant need in their bullpen. Kimbrel, a nine-time All-Star, brings his experience and impressive career stats, including 417 saves, to a team that hopes to make it back to the playoffs after losing in the AL Division Series last year. Kimbrel sees the opportunity and potential in the Orioles and aims to contribute to their success in the 2024 season.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Camden Chat
The Baltimore Orioles made the biggest free agent signing at the winter meetings, adding reliever Craig Kimbrel on a one-year contract worth $13 million. The team also has a club option for 2025. The Rule 5 Draft saw the Orioles not select any players, and they also had no players selected from them. The team did make a minor league phase selection, acquiring pitcher Nelvis Ochoa from the Rockies organization. With the winter meetings concluded, attention now turns to other big baseball news, including Shohei Ohtani's decision on where to sign and Japanese pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto narrowing down his list.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The Baltimore Orioles are reportedly nearing a deal with free agent right-hander Craig Kimbrel to fortify their bullpen. While details of the deal are unknown, it is speculated to be a one-year contract. Kimbrel, known for his dominant track record as a reliever, had a solid season in 2021 but struggled after being traded. If Kimbrel joins the Orioles, he could act as a bridge closer before handing over the role to Félix Bautista in 2025. Additionally, Kimbrel has the opportunity to climb the all-time saves leaderboard if he takes on the closer's role.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ESPN
The Baltimore Orioles are close to signing veteran closer Craig Kimbrel, according to sources. The Orioles have a need for a closer after Felix Bautista's season-ending Tommy John surgery. Kimbrel, a seven-time All-Star, has accumulated 332 saves and a 1.97 ERA during his career. Although his performance has declined in his 30s, he made two more All-Star teams from 2019 to 2023. The Orioles, who surprised many by winning 101 games last season, are looking to bolster their bullpen.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Camden Chat
The Baltimore Orioles are reportedly close to a deal with free agent closer Craig Kimbrel, who could bolster their bullpen for the 2024 season. Kimbrel, a veteran with 14 MLB seasons, has shown decent performance in recent years and brings valuable experience and postseason success. While there are some concerns about his home run rate and potential regression, signing Kimbrel to a one-year deal appears to be a reasonable move for the Orioles. The team plans to use him as their primary closer, which could strengthen their bullpen alongside other pitchers like Yennier Cano and Tyler Wells.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Camden Chat
The Baltimore Orioles have signed free agent Craig Kimbrel to a one-year, $13 million contract. Kimbrel, a veteran closer with 14 MLB seasons under his belt, will fill the void left by Félix Bautista in the bullpen. Despite a rough patch in recent years, Kimbrel has bounced back and brings a wealth of experience and postseason success to the Orioles. The signing is seen as a positive move for the team, with Kimbrel expected to serve as the primary closer.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The Baltimore Orioles are reportedly "seriously engaged" in pursuing free agent reliever Craig Kimbrel as they seek to bolster their bullpen following the loss of Félix Bautista to Tommy John surgery. While Kimbrel may not be as high-profile as other targets like Josh Hader or Jordan Hicks, he would be a more affordable option due to his age. Kimbrel had a solid season with the Phillies, recording 23 saves and a 3.26 ERA. Despite some postseason struggles, his overall performance over the past three years has been strong. If signed, Kimbrel could potentially serve as the Orioles' closer, allowing other pitchers to fill setup roles.