Atlanta Braves Appoint Robert Suarez as New Closer Following Raisel Iglesias' Injury
Braves name new closer after placing Raisel Iglesias on IL
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The Atlanta Braves have appointed Robert Suarez as their new closer after placing Raisel Iglesias on the 15-day injured list due to shoulder inflammation. Currently, the Braves hold a 16-7 record, trailing the Los Angeles Dodgers by half a game for the best record in Major League Baseball.
- 01The Braves are currently 16-7, just half a game behind the Dodgers.
- 02Raisel Iglesias has been placed on the 15-day injured list with shoulder inflammation.
- 03Robert Suarez, who has a 0.93 ERA this season, will take over as closer.
- 04Suarez previously saved 40 games for the San Diego Padres in 2025.
- 05Iglesias has recorded five saves this season without allowing a run.
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The Atlanta Braves are making waves at the start of the MLB season with a 16-7 record, just half a game behind the Los Angeles Dodgers for the best record in the league. Following a recent victory over the Washington Nationals, the Braves have established a five-game lead in the NL East. However, the team faced a setback when closer Raisel Iglesias was placed on the 15-day injured list due to right shoulder inflammation. In response, the Braves have named Robert Suarez as their new closer. Suarez, who signed a three-year, $45 million deal with Atlanta, has been impressive this season with a 0.93 ERA and one save, striking out 11 batters in 9 2/3 innings. Iglesias had been performing well, recording five saves without allowing a run, but his velocity dropped in his last appearance. He is eligible to return from the injured list on May 5.
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The Braves' bullpen depth will be tested with Iglesias out, but Suarez's performance could maintain their competitive edge.
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