PT TODAY: Rondon gets strong grip on closer's role
Jul 12 2018
Team-by-team playing time allocation charts can be found in our Teamview pages.
| American League | National League | |
| Astros | Ken Giles sent down | |
| Houston Astros RHP Ken Giles was optioned to Class AAA Fresno Wednesday, July 11. LHP Cionel Pérez was recalled from Class AAA Corpus Christi in a corresponding move. Source: USA TODAY Sports - Bob Nightengale | |
| BHQ take: This looks like an All-Star break opportunity to back Giles off following his June 10 meltdown vs. OAK, as well as a chance to create opportunity for their depth. Giles should be back a few weeks from now, if not sooner. Perez has posted an 83/22 K/BB, 1.98 ERA over 68 Double-A innings, as both a starter and reliever—and he'll try to carve out some space in an... |
Almost!
You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!
Already a subscriber? Sign in here
More From PT Today
Suarez for saves in Atlanta; returning stars in New York and Philadelphia; and a promising rookie to get the call in Boston?
Apr 22 2026 9:19am
Apr 22 2026 9:19am
The Dodgers will be without closer Edwin Díaz for several months; the Mariners have a third base hole and the Twins shelve a young starter.
Apr 21 2026 8:59am
Apr 21 2026 8:59am
Lourdes Gurriel Jr. should become a lineup staple in Arizona; Freeman to paternity list and an A's bullpen shuffle.
Apr 20 2026 8:13am
Apr 20 2026 8:13am
With Jhoan Duran's surprise IL stint, Brad Keller is one of the potential replacements. Plus effects of Polanco and McKinstry to the IL, Stowers returns, and more injuries in Houston.
Apr 19 2026 8:37am
Apr 19 2026 8:37am
Jordan Walker's first three weeks has established his lineup presence for St. Louis. Plus closer chaos in Milwaukee and Chicago, and short-term SP replacements in San Diego, Milwaukee and Houston.
Apr 18 2026 8:58am
Apr 18 2026 8:58am
