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Fantasy Baseball Closer Report: Phillies turn back to Jordan Romano following suspension to José Alvarado

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Jordan Romano is thrust back into the closer role in Philadelphia following José Alvarado’s 80 -game suspension.

Luke Weaver got the easiest two saves a closer could ask for this week , needing only two pitches to record the final out in each of his two save opportunities.

Andrés Muñoz , Josh Hader , Mason Miller , Robert Suarez , Jhoan Duran , Tanner Scott , and Edwin Díaz are all in the elite tier.

Emilio Pagan , Kenley Jansen , Carlos Estévez , Shelby Miller , and David Bednar/Dennis Santana are the top four teams in the league this week .

José Alvarado was handed an 80 -game suspension for violating the performance-enhancing substance policy.

The suspension will keep the 30-year-old left-hander out until August .

Daniel Palencia got two save chances on Monday and Wednesday .

Ryan Pressly could also factor back into the ninth -inning mix until Porter Hodge returns.

Ronny Henriquez is quietly putting together an excellent season in the Marlins ’ bullpen.

Abner Uribe has been one of the best setup men in baseball, recording 12 holds with a 1.19 ERA, 1.15 WHIP .

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