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

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

While Graveman went to the White Sox as a free agent, Montero was a key middle reliever on the 2022 Astros that won the World Series.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 28, 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

Thompson said he considers holds and leverage index the most important statistics for a middle reliever or setup man such as himself.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 23, 2023