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Craig Kimbrel at risk of losing closer role?

by Brad Camara | Orioles Correspondent | Mon, Aug 3rd 9:02am EDT

Cubs manager David Ross was noncommittal when asked whether Craig Kimbrel would remain the team’s closer going forward. (Chicago Sun Times )

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“I’m in the middle of conversations with Craig,” Ross said. “We’ll have those first before I talk to you guys. We’ll see where he’s at. We’ll see how his arm feels, and we’ll go from there.’’ Kimbrel has struggled mightily to start the season, owning a 27.00 ERA and 4.50 WHIP across one 1/3 innings. He remains the Cubs closer, but if he continues to struggle, the team could turn into a different direction. Jeremy Jeffress would be next in line for save opportunities if Kimbrel is removed from the closer role.

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