PT TODAY: Frieri, Grilli switch bullpens in RP trade

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American League | National League
 
Angels | Jason Grilli acquired
The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim acquired RP Jason Grilli from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for RP Ernesto Frieri. Grilli could become the Halos' closer immediately. If not, he has the stuff to take the job from Joe Smith before season's end. He should be picked up in AL-only leagues and mixed leagues if you have roster space.  Source: MLB.com - Tom Singer
 
BHQ take: With Frieri gone, the LAA saves situation is as muddled as ever. Grilli—4.67/4.87 ERA/xERA, 4.9 Ctl, 1.8 hr/9 over 20 IP—has a lot to prove in SoCal, and it's unlikely that he'll move into the 9th inning...

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