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Earns 30th save Estevez struck out one in a perfect inning to earn the save in Sunday's 2-1 win over the Guardians.

Impact Estevez became the 10th member of the 30-save club this season, and he's done it in just 33 save opportunities. Aside from a blown save Tuesday versus the Orioles, he's been sharp lately -- he's allowed two runs, five hits and a walk while striking out nine over his last eight innings. For the season, he has a 3.41 ERA, 1.40 WHIP and 71:28 K:BB through 58 innings as the Angels' primary closer. All three of his blown saves have come since the start of August, but he's also converted seven saves in that span for a team that's faded in the second half.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Blows another save Estevez blew the save Tuesday against Baltimore. He allowed two runs on three hits and one walk while striking out one over one inning.

Impact After starting the season 23-for-23 on save opportunities, Estevez has blown three of his last nine chances. While he still ranks in the top 10 in saves with 29, he's been rather unreliable as of late, owning a 9.00 ERA in 13 innings since the beginning of August. While his struggles haven't resulted in any lost opportunities, the Angels could look to give Jose Soriano or Aaron Loup some ninth-inning looks if Estevez doesn't round back into form.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes out two for 29th save Estevez picked up the save Wednesday against Philadelphia, striking out two over a perfect inning.

Impact Estevez got Alec Bohm to go down on strikes to open the bottom of the ninth before needing 17 pitches to retire Brandon Marsh in the following at-bat. The right-hander then made short work of Josh Rojas to close out the game and nail down his 29th save of the season. Estevez has now converted each of his last three save opportunities and has not issued a walk over his last eight appearances (spanning 8.2 innings). He's also recorded two strikeouts in five of his last seven outings.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nabs 28th save Estevez picked up a save against the Mets on Saturday with a perfect inning of work.

Impact Estevez had no trouble protecting a two-run lead in the bottom of the ninth inning, retiring the side in order on 10 pitches (nine of which were strikes). The right-hander appears to be past a rough start to August during which he blew two saves and gave up nine runs over 2.1 innings across his first three appearances. Since that stretch, Estevez has gone 5-for-5 in save chances while holding his opponent scoreless in six of seven outings and posting a 9:0 K:BB over 7.2 frames.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Notches 27th save Estevez gave up a hit and struck out two in a scoreless ninth inning Friday to record his 27th save of the season in a 3-1 win over the Mets.

Impact After appearing to be in danger of losing his grip on the closer role in late July and early August as he walked eight batters in 6.1 innings over a six-appearance stretch while blowing two of three save chances, Estevez has regained his control and posted a 9:0 K:BB over his last six trips to the mound, converting his last four save opportunities. On the season, the former Rockie sports a 3.46 ERA, 1.48 WHIP and 65:27 K:BB through 52 innings.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shows poise in 26th save Estevez earned a save against the Rangers on Wednesday, allowing two hits and striking out two batters over one scoreless inning.

Impact Estevez came on in the ninth frame to protect a two-run lead and quickly found himself in trouble when Mitch Garver and J.P. Martinez began the inning with back-to-back singles. However, Estevez bounced back to retire the next three batters and close the contest without further incident. After a three-outing stretch during which he allowed nine runs over 2.1 frames and blew two save chances, Estevez has bounced back to earn a save in each of his subsequent three opportunities, posting a 4:0 K:BB and tossing three scoreless innings over that stretch.

AUGUST 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Puts away Astros Sunday Estevez struck out two during a 1-2-3 ninth inning Sunday to slam the door on the Astros and pick up his 25th save of the year.

Impact Estevez locked down his second save of the week and needed just 12 pitches to send the Astros down in order. He struck out Grae Kessinger and Yainer Diaz before getting Jose Altuve to fly out to end the game. The 30-year-old seems to be getting back on track after some of rough showings over the past few weeks. Estevez now holds a 3.42 ERA, 1.46 WHIP and 58:27 K:BB in 47.1 innings.

AUGUST 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bounces back to earn 24th save Estevez allowed a hit in a scoreless inning to earn the save in Wednesday's 4-1 win over the Giants.

Impact Estevez has had some gnarly outings lately, but he was fairly sharp Wednesday to pick up his first save since July 23. In the five outings between saves, he surrendered 14 runs (nine earned) on 11 hits and seven walks over 5.1 innings. For the season, he's 24-for-26 in save chances with a 3.50 ERA, 1.49 WHIP and 56:27 K:BB through 46.1 innings.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Melts down again Estevez (5-3) allowed five runs on three hits and two walks in one-third of an inning Monday versus the Giants, taking the loss and a blown save.

Impact For the third time in five outings, Estevez allowed at least four runs. In that span, he's given up 15 runs (nine earned) across 5.1 innings while taking his first two blown saves of the season. The Angels' closer now has a 3.57 ERA, 1.50 WHIP and 56:27 K:BB while converting 23 of 25 save chances through 45.1 innings. He's been playing with fire all year with a 5.4 BB/9, and it appears to be catching up to him now. For now, the Angels haven't indicated they'll remove Estevez from the closer role, but he'll need to put together some scoreless outings to restore confidence.

AUGUST 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Implodes in blown save Estevez (5-2) took the loss and blew a save against the Mariners on Thursday, allowing four runs on two hits and two walks while striking out three batters over one inning.

Impact Estevez entered the contest a perfect 23-for-23 in save opportunities, but that fantastic run came to an end Thursday. The right-hander walked the first two batters he faced before a Dominic Canzone single loaded the bases. Estevez bounced back to strike out Teoscar Hernandez but then saw the game turn on its head when Cade Marlowe belted a grand slam on an 0-2 pitch. Estevez probably isn't yet in danger of losing his closing gig given his strong overall results this season, though he's struggled of late, allowing nine runs over four frames across his past three appearances.

AUGUST 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up fifth win Estevez (5-1) earned the win in Sunday's 3-2 win over the Blue Jays. He allowed an unearned run on one hit and one walk while striking out two over two innings.

Impact Working two full innings for the first time this season, Estevez allowed just the free runner to score in the 10th inning to lock down a 3-2 win. The 30-year-old Estevez now has wins in his last two appearances -- his ERA is down to 1.88 with a 1.33 WHIP and 53:22 K:BB across 43 innings this season while going a perfect 23-for-23 in save chances. The Angels have already brought Reynaldo Lopez in to help bolster their bullpen, and other additions are likely, though Estevez should maintain a firm grasp on the ninth-inning job.

JULY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Notches 23rd save Estevez issued one walk in a scoreless inning against Pittsburgh on Sunday. He struck out one and earned a save.

Impact Estevez worked around a two-out walk to finish off the 7-5 victory. He remains perfect in save chances, converting all 23 of them so far this season. The 30-year-old righty owns a 2.03 ERA and a 48:20 K:BB through 40 innings. Estevez has turned in three straight scoreless appearances after yielding two runs against Houston on July 16.

JULY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Secures save Friday Estevez allowed a hit and struck out two in a scoreless inning to earn his 22nd save of the season in Friday's 8-5 win over the Pirates.

Impact Estevez went nearly three weeks between saves -- his last came on July 2. The Angels went just 4-7 in the time between his saves, which explains his limited opportunities. While he's yet to blow a save chance this season, Estevez has allowed five runs over his last 11.2 innings with a 12:8 K:BB in that span. He's at a 2.08 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 47:19 K:BB through 39 innings overall.

JULY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

RHP Carlos Estevez, SS Geraldo Perdomo added to All-Star rosters Los Angeles Angels right-hander Carlos Estevez and Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo have been added to the rosters for Tuesday...

JULY 8, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Converts 21st save Estevez allowed a hit and struck out one in a scoreless inning to earn the save in Sunday's 5-2 win over the Diamondbacks.

Impact Estevez allowed at least one baserunner in seven of his 10 outings in June, though he was able to convert all seven of his save chances in the month. He continues to work around traffic effectively -- he has a 1.85 ERA despite a 1.26 WHIP while racking up 42 strikeouts through 34 innings this season. He's converted 21 saves and added two holds while operating as the Angels' primary closer.

JULY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Narrowly avoids blow-up inning Estevez picked up the save Tuesday against the White Sox. He allowed one run on four hits while striking out one over one inning.

Impact Estevez took the reigns with a 4-1 lead, but gave up a double to Eloy Jimenez on his first pitch, then handed out three consecutive singles to leave the bases loaded with no outs. However, Estevez managed to regain control of the inning, striking out Seby Zavala and then forcing Elvis Andrus to ground into a game-ending double play to secure the save. The save was his 20th of the year, good for the fourth most in baseball.

JUNE 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs perfect inning Estevez picked up the save Sunday against the Royals. He struck out one over a clean inning.

Impact Estevez bounced back from a shaky appearance Thursday, where he walked three batters and gave up a run while failing to record an out against the Rangers. Sunday's save marked his 19th of the campaign -- the third most in MLB -- and increased his record to a perfect 19-for-19 on save opportunities.

JUNE 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in save opportunity Estevez allowed one run on three walks Thursday against Texas. He did not factor in the decision.

Impact Estevez got the call in the ninth inning with the Angels up by three runs, but he was unable to record an out. The right-hander worked the count full against each of the three batters he faced and ended up walking each of them before being given the hook. Overall, Estevez threw just eight of 20 pitches for a strike and was charged with one run, but Jacob Webb managed to contain the damage and notch a save. Estevez has been exceptional this season with a 1.80 ERA, 1.23 WHIP, 39:16 K:BB and 18 saves in 18 chances, so Thursday's meltdown isn't likely to impact his job security.

JUNE 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Secures 18th save Tuesday Estevez tossed a perfect two-thirds of an inning to earn the save in Tuesday's 7-3 victory over the Rangers. He struck out one.

Impact Estevez came in to get the final two outs, inheriting runners on first and second before striking out Josh Jung to end the game. The 30-year-old veteran is a perfect 18-for-18 in save opportunities this season which ties him for second in MLB, and has allowed just two earned runs over his last 11 appearances. Estevez owns a sparkling 1.50 ERA on the year to go with 39 strikeouts in 30 innings.

JUNE 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Surrenders run in save Estevez allowed a run on one hit and one walk while striking out one to earn the save in Friday's 5-4 win over the Mariners.

Impact Estevez gave up a solo home run to Mike Ford but was able to prevent any other damage. This was the second run Estevez has allowed over his last 5.1 innings, but he has a save in each of the five appearances in that span. For the season, he's 17-for-17 in save chances with a 1.59 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 36:12 K:BB over 28.1 innings.

JUNE 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records 16th save Estevez picked up the save in Thursday's 3-1 victory over the Cubs. He struck out one over a perfect inning.

Impact Estevez is now tied for third in the league in saves. The right-hander also hasn't blown a save this year, and he's the only relief pitcher to not blow a save with at least 16 opportunities. The veteran has established himself as a reliable option, posting a 1.32 ERA thus far.

JUNE 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Collects 15th save Estevez allowed two hits and struck out two in a scoreless inning to earn the save in Tuesday's 7-4 win over the Cubs.

Impact Estevez worked around some traffic on the basepaths to pick up his 15th save in as many chances this year. He's now tied for second in the majors in saves after essentially being a question mark for the closer role entering the year. The 30-year-old has an excellent 1.37 ERA with a 1.14 WHIP and 34:11 K:BB through 26.1 innings, strong work that's allowed him to solidify his place in the Angels' bullpen hierarchy. Estevez has been scored on just twice in 13 appearances since the start of May.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nabs 14th save Estevez earned a save over the Astros on Sunday, walking one batter in a scoreless inning.

Impact The game was tight throughout, and Estevez was asked to protect a one-run ninth-inning lead. He did so on just 11 pitches despite issuing a one-out walk. After a shaky spring training, Estevez has established a stranglehold on the Angels' closer role by converting all 14 of his save chances so far. He's posted a 1.42 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 32:11 K:BB over 25.1 innings.

JUNE 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yields homer in save Estevez allowed a solo homer in one inning of work while earning a save over the White Sox on Monday. He issued one walk and did not record a strikeout.

Impact Estevez was taken deep by Eloy Jimenez in the ninth inning but still finished off the 6-4 victory. Estevez has allowed two runs over his last 17 innings, both coming on solo home runs. He's now converted all 13 of his save chances while posting a 1.50 ERA and 32:10 K:BB through 24 appearances.

MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 25, 2023 • LATIMES.COM

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