Chris Hatcher

Chris Hatcher got the call in the 8th inning on Tuesday with the Dodgers protecting a 3-0 lead, and he picked up the hold by retiring the side in order. He struck out two.

Fantasy Impact

Hatcher is one of the best setup men in the game and forms a formidable duo with closer Kenley Jansen. For owners in fantasy leagues that count holds, Hatcher could be one of the few relievers to approach 30.

Chris Hatcher was brought in the bottom of the eighth to try and salvage a win for Clayton Kershaw. Carlos Gomez rudely welcomed him into the game with a run-scoring double to tie the game, then Ryan Braun beat out a dribbler to third base to drive in the go-ahead run.

Fantasy Impact

It's interesting that Mattingly chose Hatcher to face the heart of the Brewers order. He had been choosing Yimi Garcia for that role. I have to believe that Mattingly will go to Garcia in the future as he's been lights out.

Chris Hatcher notched his second save of the season. He did allow two hits while not recording a strike out or a walk.

Fantasy Impact

Hatcher got the save but Yimi Garcia was matched up against the heart of the Diamondbacks order. Hatcher could earn some saves until Jansen returns but it will be purely matchup dependent. When Jansen returns, he will have little value.

Chris Hatcher was warming up for the save opportunity Monday night when Justin Turner hit a home run to wipe away the chance. He walked one and struck out one. 8-of-13 pitches were thrown for strikes.

Fantasy Impact

The Dodgers look to be a matchup, closer-by-committee team until Kenley Jansen returns. Yimi Garcia was brought in the eighth to face the heart of the Giants order. Hatcher was set up to pitch the ninth. The Dodgers possess a fluid situation with roles up in the air currently. We all just have to sit back and enjoy the show.

Chris Hatcher entered the game in the ninth inning with the Dodgers up 7-0. He immediately gave up a hit, walked a batter, and then got a strikeout. He then proceeded to give up a single that plated a run then a bases-clearing double that scored three.

Fantasy Impact

It looks like Joel Peralta will be the interim closer until Kenley Jansen gets back. Hatcher throws hard but has trouble with control. Peralta is steady and has seemed to have garnered the trust of Mattingly.