Author: Doug McCain August 18, 2021, 6:00 PM 41 Comments
Kenley Jansen became the leader in Dodgers history with 337 saves, but he has experienced many ups and downs in his memorable career in Los Angeles. The three-time All-Star season started very well. In the first half of the season, his ERA was 1.24, and he had only two saves in 36.1 IP. However, the second half was a different story, as he released an 8.25 era and made 3 saves in 12 rounds of work.
We discussed why Kenley Jansen had difficulty finding stability in the second half, and told you the number one reason why the Dodgers can’t trust him every night in the playoffs and playoffs. In addition, how Los Angeles should use Kenley and how the team should change their approach at the end of the game.
Likewise, the numbers in the second half...they are not pretty.
Kenley Johnson first half: 1.24 ERA, 1.018 WHIP, 2 36.1 IP saves
Kenley Johnson second half: 8.25 ERA, 2.083 WHIP, 3 saves in 12 IP
#Dodgers How should Kenley Jansen be used in the playoffs and playoffs?
At the same time, Corey Knebel has been a nail since his return from a back injury, and Blake Trenin is the absolute ruler, having only scored 2 times in his past 28 games (! )
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"A reason"? ? How about two words, WASHED UP, the end of the story
I totally agree. Especially when two of the three saves were in key games with the Giants. And, although at least one of them is not entirely his fault, the fact remains that he can't get a strikeout when the team needs them! His strikeout rate dropped a bit and the batter made contact. I won't believe his lead anymore.
Kenley voted very well last night. Due to the shift, there is no third baseman, another shot is a good shot, another shot. Walking is not good though. This of course will result in a run. 3 Out is the old Kenley. I have seen several saves and they are the same as on Tuesday night. Having said that, he still has no dominance, but in the past few years, he always seems to be nerve-wracking, but will appear suddenly, followed by strikeouts or weak contacts. He actually has a better pitch, and now he has his opponents off balance most nights. His left-handed knife is not dominant, which is true, but his home run rate has dropped a lot recently. Therefore, if he can reduce walking and pitch to that position, and the defense is behind him, he will be fine. Doc said that we need Kenley to dominate, or Kenley to go further, I agree that the Dodgers dominate. But Treinen is indeed the best one too close, so it is about the starter having to play at least 7 times and then finding the arranger for Treinen. Nebel? Bickford? Duffy? Joe Kelly I think it might be that person, but what happened to him and all these strange undisclosed injuries. ? Does anyone see things this way? John Higlin
I also find it strange that Joe Kelly seems to fall regularly to the ground due to "undisclosed injuries". You don't often see this in any other player in the league. Now, if I were to guess about the nature of these "undisclosed injuries", I would say that this is probably an injury that has nothing to do with baseball, but more of a personal (perhaps a bit embarrassing) problem that he deals with from time to time. It's kind of sharp. Cases of genital warts. He is kind of like that...
Kenley Jensen walks every 9 innings (BB9):
In 2017, his BB9 was 0.9 (he led the league in saves that year. His strikeouts also declined, but the most common thing that cost him was walking.
The rest of his data is very consistent with his best year.
Dodge Friedman, don't let Jason resign.
All you have to do is observe where the catcher puts the glove; Jensen cannot hit the target. In fact, every time he misses, it is either "a little bit outside" or HR. He has lost control!
At least $20 million disappeared from the books, which can be divided between Seager and T Turner (plus their current salary, or part) to resign/extend their term...
Trenan turned off the lights. Knebel returned to form. Graterol has indeed improved. Bickford was a huge surprise. Vesia looks locked. Bruihl was a nice surprise. White had the upper hand last night. Gonzalez will be back. The price is serviceable. Kahnle will be listed next month. Ferguson returned in 22 years.
Why is he! ! Do we need Jason? ! !
There are 18 million reasons we need him this season. Don't worry about Jason. Just like last season/playoffs, if he has other options, doc will not use him. With all the chips this season, the Dodgers will repeat it at all costs and win WS in 2021!
Three words describe Jensen: "tight rope walker". I remember the discussion between Brian Kenny and Chris Russo on ESPN, where Kenny reflected on a series of statistics about HOF candidates. Russo is not a major supporter of Sabermetrics. He said that the statistics are good, but you have to watch the game (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8oYUPoAufQ). I feel the same about Jason. Regardless of the statistics, whenever he enters a close match, I always have an "oh no" feeling. Even if he got the exemption, it was only after he took us through his tightrope walk. With the Dodgers trying to catch up with the Giants and the arrival of the playoffs, all games are highly leveraged events. Roberts can use Jason in a blowout game, or as a first or second pitcher in a "bullpen game."
K. Jansen is the new Pedro Baez, so it is not consistent. If Roberts can reduce Kershaw's role, he can certainly reduce Johnson's role.
Put the number aside and watch him throw the ball. He just can't direct anything. He rarely hits the target or even the area where he wants to throw. On Tuesday night, he threw three knives directly in the middle of the plate. He is lucky that pirates are terrible.
He needs to be freed from more intimate roles. When the Dodgers lead by 1 point, he can't believe he will close. Too unstable and too much walking.
He shouldn’t get closer, but of course fool Dave can’t see.
Jason seemed to be just struggling there, even though he had just returned from the bullpen. His control and "positioning" ability seems to be weak. Michael, you are right, he is very lucky in the Pirates. Fortunately, when Janesn played with gasoline and matches, the Mets brought him to the Giants in overtime.
I'm not sure if I can easily watch Jensen play against the Giants again. He became a life-saving straw for "two beers": if Jensen is going to play, hurry up and drink two beers. You will need it.
Jensen usually does not perform best in games against other teams. Treinin often handled tougher batsmen in the eighth inning.
Can't wait for him to leave at the end of the season. Someone suggested to the Dodgers to trade Alodis Chapman.
Someone needs to do Julio in the playoffs like last year. It's definitely not him! ! I hope Duffy is healthy, because this may be a combination of him and Treinen. Another heart attack waiting to happen was Graterol, who did not swing and missed the 101 mph straight shot. Vesia and Bickford are unproven, but they are more suitable for them than Kenley. At this point more comfortable with anyone else
In short, Jensen creates more problems than he solves. He can't seem to concentrate unless he allows a draw or win on the base, and then it's nonsense. Those who are closer are expected to consistently close the opponent's door without much drama. Jason no longer falls into that category. Please stop trying to make him who he is not.
Jensen cannot be out against a capable team in the playoffs, especially if the batsman has a chance to see him. Just like in the playoff series.
Every time KJ steps on the mound, he will have an anxiety attack. In fact, it started when Roberts left the air-raid shelter. Obviously, KJ has some opinions about Roberts. KJ's hip swing right now is not very sure he has his stuff, he just doesn't have it anymore. He has never had a clean game. KJ wholeheartedly (huge self), but everyone can see that's it. If Roberts must use him, he should be the first to get out, and he is definitely not a "closer". Not much to say. The Dodgers now have Knebel, Treinen and Vesia, Kelly... There is absolutely no reason to resign from his position, but especially because the designation is closer.
(DRAMA) Mr. Jensen likes himself very much, he will never tell the team that I no longer have it as an approach, but I will help you in any other way. Jason would never do that, because he felt that he still had it, he was the best and had the right to approach it! A real...joke...he and Robert had better get into reality. Some good games are like a surge of adrenaline. Repairing his brain is only temporary. He can hardly shut down his opponents. And usually it takes crazy time to close a game... If he succeeds... It would be great without all the drama, but this will never happen again. If you hit him, hit him early, in the Dodgers’ It’s really sad to beat him under the leadership and beat the weak team. The Dodgers are the only team that doesn’t realize that Jensen has not continued to approach. It’s strange how other teams recognize when they approach. No longer owning it, the team takes measures to repair it, and Johnson has many opportunities. One day, it will be like playing with fire that will cost the Dodgers a painful price.
What can be said except that he is the closest player on a competitive team.
I'm sorry, especially as a long-time fan of Dodger, if I knew he was coming and the game was close to losing, I wouldn't watch it. Completely disagree that he should have this role, full stop! The Dodgers have other weapons that can get the job done, please use them!
I find it very interesting. During Roberts and his playing for the Dodgers, we as fans saw the end of the game with Gagne. Roberts is now coaching, and the game of the other team is over. By the way, the best prelude to closing the game ever is with EG.
Already... lost... big head... dilapidated... (I am getting help from my wife!)... To quote JR... "washed clean". There is no reason to exceed 2 words...how about...adios?
Roberts' loyalty will cost us
Based on this year's record, I think Jensen has done a good job. We were a little nervous and anxious, but he was brought in when the 9th game was approaching. You know he did a great job.
I blame Roberts. Let the pitcher pitch when warm and focused.
Yes, I think he should be used as a setter at the beginning of the game (read: unless he has a recent history of absolute dominance of batters, never take a runner and then take him out). If the lead in the ninth game is 3 points or better. But... Dave likes his counterpoint and sabermetrics very much, why doesn't he use it directly to guide all his rescue situations? Including closer. That's where I am, unless Knebel continues to dominate the rest of the season... Then I said to go with him.
And Joe Kelly... That guy's stuff is so good. I hope he can get it and stay healthy. I was very excited when he signed... what he did to us in the World Series was just annoying, and I was begging to pick him up. Then we did it, this is the conga on the injury list...
As he grows older, Jensen should make adjustments and expand his pitch repertoire. However, as a former player, maybe he just doesn't have the tools. In fact, he lost speed and athleticism while still throwing the same few balls. Therefore, the batter can only sit on the fastball.
Jensen’s biggest problem is Dave Roberts. He seems to think that he is a team psychologist and must prioritize Kenley’s self-esteem, rather than putting the best players there, or even making him stay longer than any other pitcher. Long.
The combination of the two—declining Jensen and Roberts’ misjudgment—is troubling.
Two years ago, he began to show signs of decline, instead of admitting it, he blamed the receiver. Now those catchers are gone. What is his excuse now?
The new catcher puts the glove in the wrong position, which explains why Jensen can't hit a target. Yes, that's it. This is the new catcher's fault...
Maybe my view of Jensen is wrong. I can't see everything, looking at the statistics tells me that's not the case.
What should I say about all KJ written here? But only the commenter knows this. Anyone who can do something for Jensen will not read the thoughts of fans like us.
Jansen at 6th {if we must} Graterol at 7th Knebel at 8th Treinen as Closer
Give the Dodgers 3 innings to recapture the game Jensen gave up in the 6th inning
Roberts did not let Jensen participate in the decisive game against the Warriors and the Rays in the last playoffs-he played Urias in the eighth and ninth innings of the two decisive playoffs. I hope that Roberts will be the key this year. Uses the same type of judgment he used in the b2020 playoffs last year-I think most Dodge fans believe that when Jensen pitches the ninth in a game or two, it’s not "game over" , But "the game continues"
Even if we Dodgers fans don't believe that "the game begins" when Kenley takes the mound on the 9th hole, our opponents will definitely believe it. I'm not sure about his statistics this season, but it seems that the opposing team thinks that "now is our chance" is correct at least half the time. Even if we win, there will usually be quite a bit of traffic and/or a dramatic end to the game; therefore, it becomes very uncomfortable to see him on the mound on the 9th. I can only hope that Roberts will make correct judgments as we move forward. Overall, our bullpen has done a great job, especially considering that we currently have very few starting pitchers. What is impressive is that the Dodgers have been in the division and have one of the best records in baseball this season. Go to the Dodgers!
For people approaching, inspiring confidence when they pick up the mound is just as important as anything else. It all depends on their atmosphere, their energy and their control of the situation. Demonstrating the generals of the field on a consistent basis is the key and communicating to the opposition that they are about to meet with their manufacturer-so to speak. Over the years, my problem with Kenley is that he is often the opposite of that. The opposing team knows that they may be in a battle, but they are confident of winning the battle. Even when Kenley's pitch is quite good, because the batsmen are confident in him and "deep" him, they will find a soft touch-based method to attract BB and create rallies, causing the Dodgers' defense to regain a foothold. You only need to check Kenley's questions in WS Game 2 and Game 5 in 2017, Game 3 of WS in 2018, and Game 4 of WS in 2020 to understand the situation.
Let Jensen pitch the ball in a different way! Roberts don't let Jason come near! He is not like his old self, Dave, and I hope you know this yourself. Let Treinen end the game, Jensen spent his years as the CLOSER of the Dodgers, don't let him fall again, the Jensen BLEW game is over! When they cast great games just to brag about their games, he let his teammates down! ! ! Dave If you really care about Jensen, let Treinen shut down and Jensen shut down another team. Don't harm his career. He has already done this! Let's go to Dodge! ! !
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