As we get closer to the MLB All-Star break, some bullpens are settling into a routine while others remain somewhat unstable.
Arizona Diamondbacks
Over six appearances in March, Mark Melancon posted a 5.40 ERA and 1.60 WHIP over five innings with two strikeouts, a save and a blown save. He is 11-for-13 in closing situations while still having a job loss risk. Ian Kennedy didn’t gain any momentum toward the ninth inning after struggling over the past week (two runs, five base runners and one home run over three innings with three strikeouts). Joe Mantiply hasn’t allowed a run since May 4 (no runs over 14 innings with no walks and 18 strikeouts). Unfortunately, his last save opportunity came on that day.
