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On YouTubeBaltimore Orioles News / Larry Brown Sports / April 21
Orioles outfielder makes big mistake with milestone Craig Kimbrel baseball
Orioles closer Craig Kimbrel saw a milestone baseball temporarily take a drink in Kansas City.
Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / April 19
Kimbrel’s early performance as Orioles closer enhances Hall of Fame argument 
Recently, a veteran Oriole player asked me if I thought that Craig Kimbrel was a Hall of Famer. I replied that I didn’t know and decided that even though Kimbrel is still pitching and pitching very well, it was worth an advanced look.
Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / April 15
Orioles Closer Climbs Elite List with Historic Achievements
Baltimore Orioles closer Craig Kimbrel became one of the most decorated closers of all time after achieving new career milestones. With Félix Bautista sidelined, Baltimore’s front office signed the veteran reliever to close out games for the club this season.
Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / April 11
Orioles’ Kimbrel savors Fenway return
BOSTON—Midway through the Orioles-Red Sox game on Wednesday night, the Fenway Park scoreboard showed a tribute to Orioles closer Craig Kimbrel. It was the first time the 35-year-old Kimbrel had been back to Fenway since he pitched for Boston’s 2018 World Series winning team.
Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / April 6
Craig Kimbrel getting adjusted to the Orioles: ‘It feels good to be playing good ball right now’
PITTSBURGH—Craig Kimbrel recorded his first save for the Orioles on Friday, the 418th of his career. Kimbrel, who signed with the Orioles last December and is replacing injured closer Félix Bautista, is eighth on the all-time saves list, trailing Billy Wagner by four saves.
MLB News / Talking Chop / April 5
This Day in Braves History: Braves Trade Kimbrel and Melvin Upton to Padres
1971 - The Braves defeat the Cincinnati Reds 7-4 in the first opener ever played at Riverfront Stadium. 1997 - In the second game in the history of Turner Field, rain forced the suspension of the Braves and Cubs in the seventh inning.
Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / April 1
Westburg rescues Kimbrel, Orioles with walk-off blast. Orioles beat Royals 6-4
Jordan Westburg capped a resilient night with a walk-off homer in Baltimore’s 6-4 win over the Royals. The Orioles could have blinked after new closer Craig Kimbrel blew his first save opportunity in the top of the ninth.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 29
Pitchers approaching career milestones in 2024
Justin Verlander, Max Scherzer, Kenley Jansen and Craig Kimbrel are among the pitchers who could hit big statistical milestones this summer.
Philadelphia Phillies News / FanNation Inside The Phillies / March 12
Phillies Moving Elite Prospect Into Bullpen
Entering the 2024 season, the Philadelphia Phillies' major concern is their bullpen. After that unit put up one of their best years in recent memory when they finished seventh in the league with a 3.58 ERA, the loss of Craig Kimbrel looms large after he appeared in 71 games, posted an ERA of 3.26, and had 23 saves in 28 opportunities.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 10
MLB Betting: American League Reliever of the Year
Who does Yardbarker's Matt Wiesenfeld like for American League Reliever of the Year? He takes a look at the board and shares his thoughts.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / December 6
All-Star reliever close to signing with AL East squad
A nine-time All-Star reliever is close to making another stop on his baseball journey.
MLB News / Field Level Media / December 6
Report: Orioles near deal with RHP Craig Kimbrel
The Baltimore Orioles are closing in on a contract with reliever Craig Kimbrel, The Athletic reported on Wednesday. The potential addition of the right-hander would aid a Baltimore bullpen that will be without incumbent closer Felix Bautista, who will likely miss the entire 2024 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery in September.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 6
Orioles nearing deal with nine-time All-Star RHP
The Orioles and free agent right-hander Craig Kimbrel are close to a deal.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 6
Orioles 'seriously engaged' on nine-time All-Star pitcher
His overall body of work over the past three years — a 3.10 ERA with a 34.4% strikeout percentage across 188 2/3 innings — is quite strong.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / October 23
Craig Kimbrel gets booed by Phillies fans during Game 6
Phillies relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel is evidently not among the most beloved professional athletes in his city right now.
Philadelphia Phillies News / FanNation Inside The Phillies / October 21
Phillies Must Realize That Kimbrel has Become a Liability
The Philadelphia Phillies have allowed the Arizona Diamondbacks to play their way back into the National League Championship Series. After jumping out to a commanding 2-0 lead, the Phillies traveled to Arizona where they have dropped the last two against the Diamondbacks' weaker pitching.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / October 20
Craig Kimbrel reacts after poor outing in walk-off Game 3 loss to Diamondbacks
Kimbrel had a rough ninth inning as the Phillies dropped Game 3 of the NLCS to the Diamondbacks in walk-off fashion.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 2
Watch: Intentional balk backfires for Phillies in wild extra-innings loss to Marlins
Phillies reliever Craig Kimbrel intentionally balked a runner over to third, to prevent the possibility of tipping his pitches. The strategy did not work out on the scoreboard.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philly Sports Network / July 9
Phillies Pregame reading: Craig Kimbrel named as replacement for 2023 MLB All-Star Game
Craig Kimbrel has once again made the MLB All-Star game. The Phillies closer learned that he would be added to the National League roster as a replacement just before Saturday’s contest in Miami.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / May 26
Phillies' Craig Kimbrel reaches 400-save milestone against first MLB team
Philadelphia Phillies veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel reached an impressive career milestone Friday, earning career save No. 400, fittingly against his initial MLB team – the Atlanta Braves.
MLB News / Dodger Blue / January 5, 2023
Craig Kimbrel Signs 1-Year Contract With Philadelphia Phillies
The Philadelphia Phillies finalized the signing of Craig Kimbrel to a one-year contract for the 2023 season. Francisco Morales was designated for assignment in order to make room for Kimbrel on the 40-man roster.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / January 4, 2023
2022 Los Angeles Dodgers Player Reviews: Craig Kimbrel
When the Los Angeles Dodgers were unable to agree to terms with Kenley Jansen last offseason, they filled their void at closer by acquiring Craig Kimbrel from the Chicago White Sox in exchange for AJ Pollock.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 23, 2022
Craig Kimbrel signs with Phillies, reuniting with fans who hilariously mocked his odd pitching stance
The Philadelphia Phillies made a move Friday to bolster its bullpen, signing free-agent reliever Craig Kimbrel, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / October 3, 2022
Craig Kimbrel Believes He Can Return To Closer Role
With Craig Kimbrel continuing to struggle, the Los Angeles Dodgers made a change at closer to remove him from the role in the ninth inning. The decision came with less than two weeks remaining in the regular season.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 23, 2022
Dodgers remove Craig Kimbrel from closer role, will use committee
The decision comes in the wake of a dip in production for the eight-time All-Star, who has surrendered runs in three of his last four outings.
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