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Fri Apr 7 202300:08Kenley Jansen Tosses Perfect Ninth For First Save
Boston Red Sox right-handed pitcher Kenley Jansen picked up his first save of the season on Thursday, closing out the Detroit Tigers in a 6-3 win. Jansen retired the side in order, getting a groundout and two flyouts to end this one. After a 41-save season in Atlanta last year, the big righty may see a slight reduction in save opportunities on a worse Red Sox team. Still, Jansen is likely to see the majority of the save chances Boston has and should convert at a decent rate.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Sat Mar 25 202309:59Kenley Jansen Expects To Pitch Before Camp Ends
Boston Red Sox closer Kenley Jansen is confident that the lightheadedness that he experienced in his Grapefruit League appearance on Friday night was not due to heart issues he's had in the past and suspects it was simply dehydration. He had been working out in the hot sun in the hours before the game. Jansen would like to pitch again before camp ends, and if he does, he should be just fine for Opening Day next Thursday. Manager Alex Cora didn't express any concerns about the veteran right-handed reliever after he was pulled following his blown save against the Atlanta Braves either, so there isn't really anything to worry about here. Jansen expects to pitch in Sunday's Grapefruit League game.
Source: MLB.com - Ian BrowneRotoBaller.com
Fri Mar 24 202322:12Kenley Jansen Feels Light-Headed Friday
Boston Red Sox closer Kenley Jansen left his Grapefruit League outing on Friday against the Atlanta Braves after feeling light-headed on the mound, according to manager Alex Cora. However, the skipper also said that Jansen should be fine. Jansen has had issues with an irregular heartbeat in the past, but this apparently doesn't seem to be connected. He was charged with his first blown save of the spring after allowed three earned runs on two hits (one homer) while walking one and striking out none in just one-third of an inning pitched. As long as the 35-year-old veteran closer is able to return in a few days, he should be good to go to open the 2023 regular season as Boston's primary closer.
Source: The Boston Globe - Pete AbrahamRotoBaller.com
Wed Dec 7 202213:18Kenley Jansen Agrees With The Red Sox
The Boston Red Sox and closer Kenley Jansen agreed to a two-year, $32 million deal on Wednesday, according to sources familiar with the deal. Jansen is no longer the closer that made three straight All-Star teams with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2016-18, but he'll be a much-needed boost to a Red Sox bullpen that was pretty bad in 2022. The 35-year-old right-handed reliever was solid in his only season as the Atlanta Braves closer in 2022, going 5-2 with a 3.38 ERA (3.21 FIP), a league-high 41 saves (48 chances), a 1.05 WHIP and 85 strikeouts in 64 relief innings. Jansen finished a league-high 54 games and will move to Boston as their primary closing option to begin the 2023 campaign. He has 391 career saves and should add stability to the back end of Boston's 'pen.
Source: ESPN.com - Jeff PassanRotoBaller.com
Fri Nov 18 202220:55Kenley Jansen Drawing Interest From Giants
The San Francisco Giants have shown interest in free agent relief pitcher Kenley Jansen, according to Jon Morosi of MLB Network. Manager Gabe Kapler and President of Baseball Operations Farhan Zaidi were with the Los Angeles Dodgers while Jansen was holding down the closer role for that franchise. In 2022 with the Atlanta Braves, Jansen was once again excellent with 41 saves and a 3.38 ERA and 1.05 WHIP. Despite being 34 years old, he is expected to garner a multi-year contract.
Source: Jon MorosiRotoBaller.com
Sun Oct 16 202218:35Braves Want To Bring Back Kenley Jansen
Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Kenley Jansen signed a one-year deal with the organization last offseason. The 35-year-old had an excellent season with the Braves in 2022. He posted a 3.38 ER, 1.05 WHIP, and 41 saves in 65 appearances. That being said, the Braves would love to have Jansen return next season, according to GM Alex Anthopoulos. It's worth noting that the Braves do have Raisel Iglesias, so they don't exactly need to bring back Jansen. It'll be interesting to see what the Braves do after a quick exit in the postseason.
Source: Justin ToscanoRotoBaller.com
Mon Oct 3 202208:56Kenley Jansen Collects 40th Save
Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Kenley Jansen slammed the door on the New York Mets for the third game in a row. The 35-year-old needed only seven pitches to retire all of the Mets hitters in the ninth inning during Sunday's game. His save counts as his 40th on the season in 47 attempts, which is fairly solid. This is a nice milestone for the veteran reliever who has played a big part in the Braves season. He'll look to add on a few more saves before the season is over.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Tue Sep 20 202200:18Kenley Jansen Earns 35th Save Of Season Monday
Atlanta Braves closer Kenley Jansen picked up his 35th save of the season in Monday's 5-2 win over the Nationals. The veteran came on to close things out with a three-run lead and did just that, delivering a 1-2-3 inning with a strikeout. The ERA has been a bit high at 3.70, but Jansen has still been a solid fantasy closing option, converting 35 of 42 save opportunities with an 11.73 K/9 rate. He should see plenty of action down the stretch with the Braves competing for their division.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Sun Sep 4 202201:00Kenley Jansen Blows Save Saturday
Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Kenley Jansen could not convert the save opportunity Saturday night and was fortunate to allow just one run after loading the bases with no outs. He recorded just two outs and allowed two hits and a walk against the Miami Marlins, though Atlanta recovered to win the game 2-1. Jansen has now allowed at least one run in three of his last four outings. His job appears safe for now, but Raisel Iglesias would make for an outstanding replacement if manager Brian Snitker eventually chooses to make a change.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Wed Aug 3 202211:46Kenley Jansen Will Remain Braves' Primary Closer
Atlanta Braves skipper Brian Snitker said that relief pitcher Kenley Jansen will continue to serve as the team's primary closer, but the newly acquired Raisel Iglesias is the secondary closer. Jansen is only on a one-year deal with Atlanta, while Iglesias is signed through the 2025 season. Jansen's fantasy managers were likely very uneasy when the Braves made the move to acquire Iglesias from the Los Angeles Angels at Tuesday's trade deadline, but for now, Jansen will remain the team's primary fireman. The 34-year-old right-hander has struggled at times this year, but he's been better of late and has a 3.43 ERA, 0.99 WHIP, 54 strikeouts and a healthy 24 saves in 39 1/3 innings in 2022. Iglesias might pick up a save chance here or there if Jansen needs a break, but it looks like his fantasy value will take a hit with the move to Atlanta the rest of this season.
Source: The Athletic - David O'BrienRotoBaller.com
Sat Jul 30 202218:39Kenley Jansen Unavailable Saturday
Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Kenley Jansen (back) is unavailable to pitch Saturday against the Arizona Diamondbacks after feeling a twinge in his back during his appearance Friday. The injury isn't considered serious, but fantasy managers should keep an eye out for news on the Braves closer over the next few days. Jansen has put up 24 saves in 28 opportunities this season while pitching to a 3.52 ERA and 0.99 WHIP with 53 strikeouts and 10 walks in 38 IP. Expect A.J. Minter or Will Smith to get a chance at the save tonight if the opportunity arises.
Source: David O'BrienRotoBaller.com
Sat Jul 30 202200:19Kenley Jansen Records 24th Save
Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Kenley Jansen didn't make it easy during Friday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. The veteran right-hander struck out the first two batters of the inning before things escalated on him. Jansen allowed a triple and two walks to load up the bases with two outs. Luckily, he was able to get Jordan Luplow to swing and miss to finish off the game. This notched his 24th save of the season, but it wasn't pretty.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Wed Jul 27 202200:39Kenley Jansen Enters Late For 23rd Save Tuesday
Atlanta Braves closer Kenley Jansen came in to save the day in Tuesday's 6-3 win over the Phillies. Jansen entered the bottom of the ninth inning up by three with one out and a runner on first. He was able to prevent the Phillies from fighting back further by getting the two batters he faced out on a flyout and a groundout, earning his 23rd save of the season. The 34-year-old has been a reliable fantasy option this season, converting all but four save opportunities with a 3.62 ERA and a 12.05 K/9 rate.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Mon Jul 11 202218:39Kenley Jansen Throws Bullpen Session Monday
Atlanta Braves closer Kenley Jansen (heart) went through a bullpen session on Monday, according to David O'Brien of The Athletic. Jansen is eligible to return from the 15-day injured list on Tuesday. O'Brien states that since Jansen completed a bullpen session on Monday, he's unlikely to return on Tuesday, but he should be back in action soon. While he's been out, we've seen William Smith and A.J. Minter split closing duties for the team. Jansen will most certainly be back to his ninth inning duties once he's activated, shifting Smith and Minter back to setup roles.
Source: David O'BrienRotoBaller.com
Mon Jul 4 202221:06Kenley Jansen Targeting A Return On July 12
Atlanta Braves pitcher Kenley Jansen (chest) expects to be activated from the injured list on July 12. He was in the Braves clubhouse Monday and has been doing full workouts. Jansen was placed on the 15-day injured list last Tuesday with an irregular heartbeat. The 34-year-old is eligible to come off the IL on July 12 as the move was retroactive to June 27. Jansen has gone 4-0 with 20 saves and a 3.58 ERA and should return as the primary closer once activated. Fantasy managers could have Jansen back in mid-July and should continue to stash him. Will Smith will continue to handle closing duties while Jansen is sidelined. Smith has notched saves in back-to-back appearances and should be rostered in all leagues.
Source: David O'Brien of The AthleticRotoBaller.com
Wed Jun 8 202200:50Kenley Jansen Earns Save No. 15 Tuesday
Atlanta Braves closer Kenley Jansen notched his 15th save of the season in Tuesday's 3-2 win over the Athletics. The veteran entered to pitch the ninth inning up by one and delivered a 1-2-3 inning with a strikeout to end the game. Jansen has been a reliable fantasy option once again this season, converting all but three save opportunities with a 3.65 ERA, 34 strikeouts, and eight walks over 24 2/3 innings pitched. He should remain in fantasy managers' lineups at all times.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Wed Jun 1 202209:38Kenley Jansen Charged With His Third Blown Save
Atlanta Braves closer Kenley Jansen failed to convert his save opportunity against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday. He entered the game in the ninth inning with the Braves up 6-5 and wound up giving up two hits, one walk and one earned run. The Braves went on to lose the game in 10 innings. After converting each of his first nine save attempts this year, Jansen has started to show some vulnerabilities the past few weeks. He's blown three of his last six save opportunities dating back to May 18. Jansen should have an extremely long leash as the team's primary closer so don't expect any changes in the team's ninth inning approach unless Jansen gets injured or just completely falls apart.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Wed May 25 202200:22Kenley Jansen Blows Save, Gets Win Tuesday
Atlanta Braves closer Kenley Jansen got bailed out by his offense in Tuesday's 6-5 win over the Phillies. Jansen entered to pitch the top of the ninth up 4-3. He got Rhys Hoskins to pop out for the first out, but then walked Alec Bohm and allowed a massive two-run home run to Bryce Harper before getting the final two outs on groundouts. Fortunately for him, the Braves were able to capitalize on a costly error in the bottom half of the inning to win the game 6-5, making Jansen the pitcher of record. The veteran started the season very well but has now allowed earned runs in each of his last three outings and has two blown saves in those games. There isn't really much for fantasy managers to do at this time, as Jansen is the team's clear closer and has a respectable 3.86 ERA. Hopefully, he can get things back on the right track in the coming days.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Wed May 18 202218:57Kenley Jansen Suffers First Blown Save
Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Kenley Jansen suffered his first blown save of the season during Wednesday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. Jansen walked the leadoff hitter, but retired the next two batters. However, Kolten Wong smacked a game-tying triple off Jansen with two outs. Jansen has converted nine of 10 save chances this season. He is in no danger of losing his job as the closer in Atlanta. Fantasy managers can just consider this a fluke outing.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Wed May 18 202200:05Kenley Jansen Earns Ninth Save Of Season Tuesday
Atlanta Braves closer Kenley Jansen stayed perfect Tuesday, earning his ninth save in a 3-0 win over the Brewers. Jansen entered the game to pitch the ninth inning up by three and delivered a 1-2-3 inning with two strikeouts. Jansen remains a higher-end fantasy closer with two wins, no blown saves, a 2.30 ERA, 22 strikeouts, and three walks through 15 2/3 innings pitched.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
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