Here are the latest holds rankings after Chickenpox-gate. Let’s see where we stand.
TIER 1: Cream of the Crop – This group is the cream of the crop. Ample opportunity for holds, high K-rates and low ERA’s make these guys a must own in any Holds league.
1. Dellin Betances (Yankees)
2. Tony Watson (Pirates)
3. Wade Davis (Royals)
. Joe Smith (Angels)
5. Sergio Romo (Giants)
6. Pat Neshek (Astros)
7. Kevin Siegrist (Cardinals)
TIER 2: Solid Performers – All excellent relievers, but whether it be their role or consistency, they aren’t quite on that elite level.
8. Joaquin Benoit (Padres)
9. Drew Storen (Nationals) +1
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11. Jim Johnson (Dodgers)
12. Joakim Soria (Pirates)
13.Aaron Sanchez (Blue Jays)
14. Pedro Strop (Cubs) +1
15. Keone Kela (Rangers) +6
16. Jared Hughes (Pirates)
17. Tyler Clippard (Mets)
18. Justin Wilson (Yankees)
19. Will Smith (Brewers)
There is some potential for holds from this group, however don’t bet the farm on them being among the league leaders.
20. Jeremy Jeffress (Brewers) UNRANKED
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22. Zach Duke (White Sox)
23. Arquímedes Caminero (Pirates)
24. Darren O’Day (Orioles)
25. Steve Geltz (Rays)