Exclusive Interview: Craig Kimbrel on Dominating the Close with the Dodgers

When the Dodgers traded for Craig Kimbrel near the end of spring training, they hoped they were getting the version of Kimbrel that posted a dominant 0.49 ERA for the Cubs. Kimbrel allowed two runs on three hits and a walk in Friday’s win over the Colorado Rockies, turning a 5-2 game into a 5-4 nailbiter in which the Dodgers narrowly held on. The outing increased... Los Angeles Dodgers closer Craig Kimbrel is taking the mound to the song “Let It Go,” known to millions as the big hit from the movie “Frozen.” The Baltimore Orioles have shockingly designated right-handed reliever and former Los Angeles Dodgers closer Craig Kimbrel for assignment. Kimbrel, 36, has a 5.33. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters after Sunday's loss to the Cleveland Guardians that Kimbrel will remain the team's closer despite his recent struggles. Kimbrel fell to 0-3 and...

Even after a disastrous outing on Sunday, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says he's sticking with Craig Kimbrel as his closer. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters after Sunday's loss to the Cleveland Guardians that Kimbrel will remain the team's closer despite his recent struggles. Kimbrel fell to 0-3 and... They acquired Craig Kimbrel for A.J. Pollock before the season, hoping he would recapture prime form, but Kimbrel didn't notch a one-run save until August, blew five saves in the regular... Kimbrel is brought in to close out a 3-0 game. After hitting getting a quick strikeout of Geraldo Pedomo, Kimbrel hit Alek Thomas. Daulton Varsho flew out to left fielder Kevin Pillar. The Baltimore Orioles have shockingly designated right-handed reliever and former Los Angeles Dodgers closer Craig Kimbrel for assignment. Kimbrel, 36, has a 5.33. LOS ANGELES -- With less than two weeks remaining in their regular season, the Los Angeles Dodgers have removed Craig Kimbrel as their closer, a major development that. The Dodgers are steamrolling their way to another division title, on pace to win 112 games this season. This despite the fact their closer, Kimbrel, has been shaky at best most of the season. The Dodgers are sticking with Kimbrel in the closer role for now. But how long can it last once that expansive division lead is reset come Oct. 11? The running themes have been. Kimbrel came on in the 9th with a 1-run lead. But a ball that was lined off of his back by Jake Cronenworth slowed the game down. Even after the Dodgers training staff checked on. Kimbrel allowed two runs on three hits and a walk in Friday’s win over the Colorado Rockies, turning a 5-2 game into a 5-4 nailbiter in which the Dodgers narrowly held on. The outing increased...

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters after Sunday's loss to the Cleveland Guardians that Kimbrel will remain the team's closer despite his recent struggles. Kimbrel fell to 0-3 and... When the Dodgers traded for Craig Kimbrel near the end of spring training, they hoped they were getting the version of Kimbrel that posted a dominant 0.49 ERA for the Cubs. Kimbrel came on in the 9th with a 1-run lead. But a ball that was lined off of his back by Jake Cronenworth slowed the game down. Even after the Dodgers training staff checked on. The Dodgers took a late, surprising step toward buttressing the latter by acquiring Craig Kimbrel from the Chicago White Sox seven days before Opening Day. The Dodgers are sticking with Kimbrel in the closer role for now. But how long can it last once that expansive division lead is reset come Oct. 11? The running themes have been. The Baltimore Orioles have shockingly designated right-handed reliever and former Los Angeles Dodgers closer Craig Kimbrel for assignment. Kimbrel, 36, has a 5.33. Kimbrel allowed two runs on three hits and a walk in Friday’s win over the Colorado Rockies, turning a 5-2 game into a 5-4 nailbiter in which the Dodgers narrowly held on. The outing increased...

Dodgers closer Craig Kimbrel intimidates on the mound. But his real persona has quickly become a favorite with teammates. Los Angeles Dodgers closer Craig Kimbrel is taking the mound to the song “Let It Go,” known to millions as the big hit from the movie “Frozen.”