MLB 2024 | Iglesias earns 32nd save; Vargas hits homer; Chapman gets 11th save; Yordan leaves due to injury; Cionel pitches flawlessly
- Ray Otero-Alonso
- Sep 23, 2024
- 4 min read
Cuban Players News for the 2024 Major League Baseball season. A compilation of several sources
Raisel Iglesias gave up two hits and struck out two batters during a six-out save against the Marlins on Sunday.
Lately, the Braves have frequently turned to Iglesias to secure more than three outs in four out of his last 12 appearances, and he has successfully closed out the game each time. It marked Iglesias' 32nd save of the season, only two away from his personal record of 34 saves achieved in 2019 with the Reds and in 2021 with the Angels. It has been remarkable to observe his resurgence this season, performing at an elite level as one of the top closers in the league. Iglesias's consistent dominance this season is evident in his impressive 1.78 ERA and 0.73 WHIP, establishing him as one of the most dependable closers in the game currently. His capacity to maintain a high strikeout rate while minimizing walks (5.08 K/BB ratio) continues to enhance his value.
Miguel Vargas had a productive game on Sunday as the leadoff hitter, contributing two hits, a home run, and a stolen base.
In Sunday's game against the Padres, Miguel Vargas went 2-for-4, hitting a solo home run and stealing a base. Despite his efforts, the White Sox ended up losing the game. Vargas managed to hit a home run off Yu Darvish in the sixth inning, giving his team a temporary lead of 2-1 before it slipped away in the eighth. This game marked Vargas' first multi-hit performance with the White Sox, where he also recorded his second home run and stolen base. In his 36 games with the team, Vargas has struggled at the plate, with a batting average of just .122, along with seven RBI, eight runs, and a 15:38 BB:K ratio in 138 plate appearances.
On Sunday, Aroldis Chapman secured a save against the Pirates by striking out two batters in a scoreless inning.
Aroldis Chapman recorded two strikeouts in a flawless ninth inning to secure his 11th save of the season on Sunday against the Reds. Tasked with protecting a two-run lead in the ninth, Chapman efficiently retired the heart of the Reds' lineup by throwing 8 out of 11 pitches for strikes. Since assuming the closer role from David Bednar in late August, Chapman has been exceptional, registering a save in each of his last five appearances. The seasoned player heads into the final week of the season with a 3.97 ERA, 1.39 WHIP, and a 94:39 K:BB ratio, along with 22 holds and successfully converting 11 of 16 save opportunities.
According to Astros manager Joe Espada, Yordan Alvarez will have imaging done on his right knee.
In the bottom of the third inning, Yordan Alvarez doubled and went 2-for-2 in the game, but he appeared to injure his right leg while sliding into second base. Following a visit from the trainer, he exited the game. Considering the bigger picture, the team may decide to give the slugger some rest for a game or two, even if the injury is minor. The initial assessment indicates that Yordan was feeling “sore,” but the extent of his absence will depend largely on the results of the testing and his own comfort level. Although the Astros have a chance to secure the AL West title with a win against the Mariners in the next three games, there is uncertainty about Alvarez's presence in the lineup. It is probable that he will be sidelined at least for Monday.
Cionel Pérez delivered a scoreless performance on Sunday.
In a 4-3 defeat against the Tigers, Cionel Pérez pitched 1 1/3 scoreless innings. He entered the game in the seventh inning, striking out Parker Meadows for the final out. In the eighth inning, he hit the first batter but then retired the next three, maintaining the score. This outing lowered Cionel's ERA to 4.01 in 59 games this season, with a strikeout-to-walk ratio of 45:27, mirroring his performance in 2023.
Adolis García went hitless on Sunday.
Adolis García went hitless in the Rangers' 6-5 win over the Mariners on Sunday, finishing 0-for-4 with three strikeouts while batting cleanup. Despite his struggles throughout the year, the Cuban outfielder has maintained a significant power presence for the defending champions, tallying 23 home runs and 80 RBIs with a disappointing .219/.280/.389 slash line.
Yandy Díaz did not start in the Tampa Bay lineup on Sunday.
Yandy Díaz was not included in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Blue Jays. He came into the game as a pinch hitter and recorded a hit, going 1-for-1. This single raised his batting average to .284 for the year, with 157 hits in 608 plate appearances. In total, he has accumulated 46 extra bases, including 31 doubles, one triple, and 14 home runs.
Yulieski Gurriel failed to get a hit on Sunday.
Yuli Gurriel had a tough game on Sunday, going 0-for-4 in a 2-0 loss to the Giants, marking one of his poorer performances since joining the Royals on September 1. Batting sixth in the lineup, Gurriel struck out twice. The experienced infielder currently holds a batting line of .297/.378/.351 with no home runs and 5 RBIs in 13 games and 45 plate appearances this season. If the team can finally make it, he is expected to be a reliable presence in the Postseason for the Royals.
According to Francys Romero, Edgar Quero has recently joined the White Sox as a taxi squad player and may soon be included in the active roster, potentially as early as Tuesday.
At just 21 years old, this young catcher could have his debut in the major leagues with the White Sox in the final week of the regular season. Quero has been part of the team since July 2023, when he was acquired from the Angels along with left-hander Ky Bush in a trade involving Lucas Giolito and Reynaldo Lopez. While starting the 2024 season with Double-A Birmingham, he was later moved up to Triple-A Charlotte in July. Despite a setback due to a back injury, Quero impressed during his 25 games with Charlotte, batting .300/.390/.478 with four home runs and 17 RBIs over 105 plate appearances.
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