RELIEVERS: ARI, CHC, COL, HOU, LAA, MIN—things to consider

This article examines the Diamondbacks, Cubs, Rockies, Astros, Angels, and Twins bullpens using the new BaseballHQ.com projections.
 

First up, Arizona: Archie Bradley (RHP, ARI) remains the projected closer for Arizona with solid enough numbers for a 175 ADP. But Kevin Ginkel (RHP, ARI) is projected for a larger strikeout rate, better command ratio lower xERA and WHIP, and a higher BPV at a 608 ADP. It creates a question, longer-term. Here are the HQ-updated projections:

ARI                 Sv Hld IP xERA WHIP  DOM  K BB  CMD HR/9 BPV  $  ADP
=================== == === == ==== ==== ==== == == ==== ==== === === ===
A.Bradley           20  4  41 3.81 1.24  9.4 43 16  2.7  0.9 100   9 175
K.Ginkel             3  6  32 3.63 1.09 10.7 38...

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