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

Even after a disastrous outing on Sunday, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says he's sticking with Craig Kimbrel as his closer. 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. 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. 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.” 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...

Dodgers closer Craig Kimbrel intimidates on the mound. But his real persona has quickly become a favorite with teammates. Leading 5-2, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts called on Kimbrel to convert his 18th save of the season. Kimbrel retired the first batter he faced before allowing a single, which was followed by a... 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. 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. 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. Craig Kimbrel’s raised-arm stance came about as a way to deal with bicep tendinitis that he had in his rookie season. “He flips that switch and turns into the Hall of Famer. 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. 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.” Craig Kimbrel on coming in to pitch in high-leverage spots, his ups and downs, the want to win the World Series and the team chemistry

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. Craig Kimbrel on coming in to pitch in high-leverage spots, his ups and downs, the want to win the World Series and the team chemistry Now we're going to debate the Dodgers' closer situation. What should the Dodgers do about their closer situation? R.J. Anderson: At some point, they have to consider parking. Dodgers closer Craig Kimbrel intimidates on the mound. But his real persona has quickly become a favorite with teammates. 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 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... 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.