middle reliever

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In the 2021 postseason, by choice, the Dodgers used an opener three times, a 20-game winner as a middle reliever, and a Hall of Fame starter as a closer.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 26, 2025

The Mariners made one roster move before Saturday’s game, placing left-handed middle reliever Gabe Speier on the 15-day injured list retroactive to Thursday and calling up righty Collin Snider from Tacoma to take his place.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 1, 2024

They have to land another Yordan Alvarez and not trade him this time for an ineffective middle reliever.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 2, 2023

Thatcher Hurd, who came from UCLA, was a weekend starter and middle reliever who matched his season high with six innings while earning the win in Monday’s 18-4 win.

From Washington Times • Jun. 27, 2023

Cal Raleigh wasn’t going to be traded for a middle reliever or for any other short-term help.

From Seattle Times • May 15, 2023