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| Tyler Walker has been recalled by the Phillies from Triple-A Lehigh Valley, according to the Associated Press. J.C. Romero was placed on the DL as the adjoining move. |
Our View: The 33-year-old reliever holds a career 4.39 ERA, but has a 1.64 ERA and 1.00 WHIP over 11 innings with the Phillies in 2009. He is worth a look for deeper fantasy leagues that feature middle men.
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| Tyler Walker has cleared waivers and accepted an assignment to Triple-A Lehigh Valley, according to MLB.com's Todd Zolecki. |
Our View: Walker actually pitched pretty well in nine appearances for the Phils this season, posting a 1.64 ERA in 11 innings. He only struck out five batters, though, and didn't record any holds, severely limiting his value in leagues with middle relievers.
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| According to MLB.com writer Todd Zolecki's Twitter page, the Phillies have designated reliever Tyler Walker for assignment. |
Our View: Walker was cleared to make room for Clay Condrey, but the reliever had a 1.64 ERA and a 1.00 WHIP over 11 innings with the big club. He shined in Triple-A as well, so there's no reason to think someone won't be interested in his services.
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| The Phillies called up Tyler Walker from Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Sunday to take the roster spot of Sergio Escalona according to the Philadelphia Inquirer. |
Our View: Walker has yet to pitch in 2009 and is not a fantasy option at this time.
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| Tyler Walker has inked a minor league deal with the Phillies, according to the Philadelphia Daily News. |
Our View: Walker held a 1.28 WHIP over 53.1 innings with the Giants last season, and the 32-year-old vet could see action in the Phillies' bullpen at some point this season, depending on injuries.
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| Tyler Walker has been released by the Mariners, according to the Seattle Post-Intelligencer. |
Our View: He allowed three earned runs over 5.2 spring innings, and he was unable to earn a spot in the Mariners' bullpen. He was hindered by pain in his upper right side.
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| Reliever Tyler Walker is scheduled to take the mound when the Mariners play on Thursday, MLB.com reports. Walker has been out due to pain in his upper right side. He suffered the injury when he coughed. Walker was cleared after a solid bullpen session on Monday. |
Our View: Walker would have been a candidate for the wide-open closer's role if he had pitcher well this spring, but that hasn't been the case. This injury was minor, but it was enough to seemingly kick him out of that race. He now needs to come out and solidify a roster spot.
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| The AP reports that Tyler Walker is a strong candidate for the closer's job in Seattle. He threw a scoreless inning on Monday against the White Sox. |
Our View: Walker is huge - like 262 pounds huge - and he knows how to strike out hitters. The 33-year-old saw a lot of setup work with the Giants last season, and that's probably what he is destined for this season in Seattle.
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| According to The Sports Network, the Mariners have signed relief pitcher Tyler Walker to a contract for the 2009 season. The terms of the deal were not disclosed. |
Our View: In stints with the Mets, Giants, and Rays, Walker, who could arguably play center in the NFL at 6'3", 262 lbs., is 20-17 with a career ERA of 4.52.
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| The San Francisco Giants outrighted Tyler Walker, Kevin Correia, Scott McClain, Ivan Ochoa, Geno Espineli and Eliezer Alfonzo off of their 40-man roster, according to the San Jose Mercury News. |
Our View: Walker was decent, throwing 53.1 innings with a 1.28 WHIP and 4.56 ERA while averaging 8.27 K/9. Each player can choose to become a free agent or accept a demotion to the minor leagues.
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| Tyler Walker returned from a sore right knee on Friday and gave up a three-run shot to the Cubs' Aramis Ramirez at Wrigley. The hit allowed Walker to take his fifth loss of the season. |
Our View: Although he is a decent source of holds, Walker's home run rate causes him to be ineffective even in deep league formats that count the stat. His ERA has now ballooned to an even 5.00.
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| Tyler Walker's MRI results on his right knee revealed inflammation and no structural damage, according to the SF Chronicle. He said, "I feel a lot better about things." |
Our View: Walker hopes to be available when the Giants open a three-game set against the Mets on Tuesday.
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| Tyler Walker was removed from the Giants versus Dodgers game on Saturday night as he appeared to re-aggravate his a troublesome groin injury. |
Our View: The Giants post-game radio wrap up said that Walker tweaked his knee, but either way he could be headed to the DL as the Giants need arms in the pen right now.
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| The Giants are reportedly shopping several relief pitchers in hopes of enticing trade offers from a variety of sources, according to the San Jose Mercury News. The Giants are actively shopping, among others, Tyler Walker , Jack Taschner, and Vinnie Chulk with hopes of improving their offensive weapons. |
Our View: The San Francisco club is also rumored to be seeking offers from Erick Threets and Brad Hennessey, working in the minors, but are wanting to retain Brian Wilson as the team's closer. We will update if more news comes of this scenario.
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| The Giants purchased the contract of Tyler Walker from Triple-A Fresno to replace Vinny Chulk on the roster on Monday. Walker had a 1-2 record with seven saves and a 4.70 ERA in 20 games for the Grizzlies. |
Our View: Walker will work as a setup man for the Giants.
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| Tyler Walker was reassigned to minor league camp by the Giants on Monday. He's still recovering from Tommy John surgery and likely won't be ready for game action until the All-Star break. |
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| The Giants have signed Tyler Walker to a minor league contract, according to the Contra Costa Times. He'll work out with the club in spring training but isn't expected to be ready to play until after the All-Star break. Walker, who was 1-4 with 10 saves and a 7.11 ERA over 25.1 innings with the Devil Rays last season, is recovering from July Tommy John surgery. |
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| The Devil Rays released Tyler Walker on Monday, according to the AP. He recorded 10 saves for the Rays before undergoing Tommy John surgery in early July. He'll be sidelined until at least the middle of 2007. |
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| To make room for Dan Miceli on the 40-man roster, the Devil Rays moved Tyler Walker to the 60-day disabled list on Monday, according to the official team website. Walker is out for the season while recovering from Tommy John surgery. |
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| The Devil Rays learned on Wednesday that Tyler Walker will undergo Tommy John surgery on his right elbow, according to the AP. He was 1-3 with a 4.95 ERA and 10 saves in 20 appearances with Tampa Bay before being placed on the disabled list June 14. |
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