Tony Cingrani (RP, CIN) - Waiver Wire Pickups

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Analysis: The Cincinnati bullpen has been historically bad. As a result, Tony Cingrani has received a worse rap than he deserves. With an ERA of 2.93 and a WHIP of 1.37, Cingrani's results don't seem to be the product of his BB/9 of 5.9 and his K/9 which has decreased to 7.6. However, now that Cingrani has once again taken a loose grip of the Cincy closer spot, it is important to make a key note: Cingrani has yet to give up a HR in 15.1 IP. That is a far cry from the pitcher who had HR/9 figures of 1.8, 1.2, and 1.7 back when the Reds slated him as a starter. Cingrani has lowered his HR rate (obviously) as well as his XBH%, his LD% and his BB%. It is also important to note that Cingrani hasn't given up a run in his last four outings of 5.1 IP. His ERA went from 4.5o to 2.93 from May 3rd to May 9th. Maybe that is long enough for the stigma to wear off for some brave souls.