Silseth, 22, had been a starter until last week, when the Angels promoted him because they needed multi-inning coverage in the bullpen
ST. LOUIS — Chase Silseth has taken quickly to his new role.
The Angels bullpen was taxed last week, leaving them desperate for a reliever who could cover multiple innings. They called up Silseth, who had been scheduled to start at Triple-A the night he got word that there was a change in plans.Manager Phil Nevin used him in the seventh inning to protect a three-run lead against the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday, and a couple days later he said he’d already seen enough to be comfortableThe Angels bullpen is short on velocity, and Silseth averages 96.
Silseth said he’s enjoyed a role in which he can go crank his intensity up quickly and not worry about preserving his energy.
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