Carlos Martinez expected to take over as Cardinals' closer
St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Carlos Martinez "is expected to take over most of the closer duties" with Jordan Hicks (elbow) out, writes Rick Hummel of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Hicks may miss the rest of the season due to a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow, creating a potential opportunity for Martinez, as well as John Gant and Andrew Miller. He's 2-for-4 on save chances this season and also saved 5 games last year for the Cardinals while spinning a 1.47 ERA down the stretch after moving to the bullpen.
The 27-year-old converted starter owns a 3.00 ERA and 1.07 WHIP with 14 strikeouts and 5 walks over 15 innings (13 games) this season.
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