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Frank Francisco
P | Texas Rangers
| ERA | W-L | SV | SO | WHIP | RANK | FSP |
| 4.13 | 2-4 | 25 | 58 | 1.17 | 92nd | 7.28 |
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Archived News (05-2009)
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[+] May 31st 2009 1 Updates
8:00 PM EST (1)
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Rangers RP Frank Francisco gave up his first run of the season
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News: Rangers RP Frank Francisco gave up his first run of the season on Sunday against the Athletics when Adam Kennedy hit his second home run of the day off of him in the ninth inning. The solo shot proved to be the game-winning hit as Francisco also took his first loss of the year, dropping his record to 1-1. [...]
[+] May 29th 2009 2 Updates
10:00 PM EST (1)
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Rangers | Francisco picks up save Friday
The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers RP Frank Francisco picked up his 11th save in as many chances Friday, May 29. It is his 16th straight save over the last two seasons. Francisco has not given up a run in 17 2/3 innings this year.
8:00 PM EST (1)
1.
Francisco pitched a scoreless ninth in the opener of Friday's
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Francisco pitched a scoreless ninth in the opener of Friday's doubleheader against the A's, earning his 11th save in as many chances. [...]
[+] May 27th 2009 1 Updates
02:00 AM EST (1)
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Rangers closer Frank Francisco pitched a scoreless ninth inning
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News: Rangers closer Frank Francisco pitched a scoreless ninth inning in a non-save situation Tuesday against the Yankees, allowing one hit and recording one strikeout. He has yet to allow an earned run in 16 2/3 innings this season but has only one save since May 4. [...]
[+] May 24th 2009 1 Updates
2:00 PM EST (1)
1.
Francisco came off the disabled list on May 22 and saved that
Francisco came off the disabled list on May 22 and saved that night's win over the Astros but was unavailable on Saturday. Pitching coach Mike Maddux didn't want to use Francisco right away on back-to-back days, so C.J. Wilson got the save instead in a 6-3 win over the Astros. The 29-year-old righty has converted all 10 of his saves without allowing a run this season, and should be safely moved back into your starting lineup.
[+] May 23rd 2009 6 Updates
9:00 PM EST (1)
1.
C. J. Wilson pitched the ninth inning Saturday for his third
Source (CBSSports.com)
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News: C. J. Wilson pitched the ninth inning Saturday for his third save in four tries. Frank Francisco, the regular closer, was held back after pitching Friday. [...]
3:00 PM EST (1)
1.
Rangers | Francisco records save Friday
Texas Rangers CL Frank Francisco earned his 10th save of the season Friday, May 22, against the Houston Astros, according to The Associated Press. In one inning of work, he allowed one hit and struck out two.
03:00 AM EST (1)
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Frank Francisco was activated from the DL on Friday May 22.
Source (rotoworld.com)
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Frank Francisco was activated from the DL on Friday May 22. .. [...]
1:00 AM EST (1)
1.
Francisco returned after a 16-day absence with tendinitis in
Francisco returned after a 16-day absence with tendinitis in his right bicep. The Rangers fireman is thriving in his first full season in the closer's role having converted all 10 of his saves without allowing a run. He's been one of the game's best ninth-inning men.
12:00 AM EST (2)
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Rangers closer Frank Francisco worked a scoreless 10th inning
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News: Rangers closer Frank Francisco worked a scoreless 10th inning on Friday against the Astros, earning his 10th save of the season after being activated off the DL the same day. He allowed one hit and struck out two, keeping his ERA on the season at 0.00. [...]
2.
In his first game back from the disabled list, Frank Francisco
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In his first game back from the disabled list, Frank Francisco locked down his tenth save of the season in a 6-5 win over the Astros in ten innings. He missed 15 days due to biceps tendinitis, but returned seamlessly on Friday night, getting two of the three outs via strikeout. [...]
[+] May 22nd 2009 7 Updates
11:00 PM EST (1)
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Francisco fanned two and picked up the save in Texas' 6-5 win
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Francisco fanned two and picked up the save in Texas' 6-5 win over Houston on Friday in his first action since coming off the DL. [...]
6:00 PM EST (1)
1.
The Texas Rangers have activated closer Frank Francisco and
Source (CBSSports.com)
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News: The Texas Rangers have activated closer Frank Francisco and sent right-handed starter Vicente Padilla to the 15-day disabled list with a shoulder injury. Francisco will be available for Friday night's interleague series opener against the Houston Astros. [...]
5:00 PM EST (2)
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Rangers activate Francisco, put Padilla on DL
Source (news.yahoo.com)
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The Texas Rangers have activated closer Frank Francisco and sent right-handed starter Vicente Padilla to the 15-day disabled list with a shoulder injury.
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Francisco (biceps) will take the place of Vicente Padilla on
Source (rotowire.com)
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Francisco (biceps) will take the place of Vicente Padilla on the roster, MLB.com's T.R. Sullivan reports. [...]
2:00 PM EST (1)
1.
Rangers | Francisco activated
Updating a previous report, CBSSports.com reports the Texas Rangers activated RP Frank Francisco (biceps) from the 15-day disabled list Friday, May 22.
09:00 AM EST (2)
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Francisco (biceps) will be activated prior to Friday's game.
Source (rotowire.com)
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Francisco (biceps) will be activated prior to Friday's game. [...]
2.
Rangers activated RHP Frank Francisco from the 15-day disabled
Source (rotoworld.com)
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Rangers activated RHP Frank Francisco from the 15-day disabled list. Francisco looked great in a simulated game Wednesday. He missed exactly 15 days and should resume closing duties almost immediately. [...]
[+] May 21st 2009 5 Updates
10:00 PM EST (1)
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The move will send C.J. Wilson back to setup duties after filling
The move will send C.J. Wilson back to setup duties after filling in as fireman with Francisco sidelined.
6:00 PM EST (1)
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Rangers | Francisco to be activated Friday
Anthony Andro, of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, reports Texas Rangers RP Frank Francisco (biceps) will be activated from the 15-day disabled list Friday, May 22.
12:00 PM EST (1)
1.
Rangers manager Ron Washington said he hopes to have closer
Source (CBSSports.com)
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News: Rangers manager Ron Washington said he hopes to have closer Frank Francisco (biceps) back when the club starts a series Friday in Houston. [...]
09:00 AM EST (1)
1.
Texas will wait to see how Francisco (biceps) bounces back on
Source (rotowire.com)
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Texas will wait to see how Francisco (biceps) bounces back on Thursday following Wednesday's throwing session before committing to a Friday return, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports. [...]
12:00 AM EST (1)
1.
Rangers RHP Frank Francisco (biceps) had no discomfort while
Source (CBSSports.com)
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News: Rangers RHP Frank Francisco (biceps) had no discomfort while throwing a simulated game Wednesday. [...]
[+] May 20th 2009 6 Updates
10:00 PM EST (2)
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Rangers | Francisco throws Wednesday
The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers RP Frank Francisco (biceps) threw a simulated game Wednesday, May 20, and did not experience any discomfort.
2.
Barring an unexpected setback, Francisco is slated to return
Barring an unexpected setback, Francisco is slated to return from the 15-day disabled list on May 22 in Houston. "He did great," Rangers manager Ron Washington said. "He threw all his pitches, had good velocity, the split had depth to it, the breaking ball was sharp. He was very happy with the results, and I was very happy that he was happy." Francisco, who ranks third in the Majors with nine saves, has not pitched in a game since May 6 due to right biceps tendinitis.
8:00 PM EST (1)
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Francisco (biceps) threw a pain-free simulated game Wednesday,
Source (rotowire.com)
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Francisco (biceps) threw a pain-free simulated game Wednesday, the Rangers' official site reports. [...]
3:00 PM EST (1)
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Frank Francisco (biceps tendinitis) threw a simulated game on
Source (rotoworld.com)
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Frank Francisco (biceps tendinitis) threw a simulated game on Wednesday. It was the first live action Francisco has seen since he landed on the disabled list in early May. [...]
2:00 PM EST (2)
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Frank Francisco (biceps tendinitis) threw a simulated game on
Source (rotoworld.com)
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Frank Francisco (biceps tendinitis) threw a simulated game on Wednesday. It was the first live action Francisco has seen since he landed on the disabled list in early May. [...]
2.
Frank Francisco (biceps tendinitis) threw a simulated game on
Source (rotoworld.com)
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Frank Francisco (biceps tendinitis) threw a simulated game on Wednesday. It was the first live action Francisco has seen since he landed on the disabled list in early May. [...]
[+] May 18th 2009 6 Updates
7:00 PM EST (1)
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Francisco (biceps tendinitis) threw a bullpen session on Monday
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Francisco (biceps tendinitis) threw a bullpen session on Monday and reported no problems, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports. He is scheduled to throw a simulated game Wednesday. [...]
6:00 PM EST (1)
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Rangers closer Frank Francisco threw a bullpen session Monday
Source (CBSSports.com)
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News: Rangers closer Frank Francisco threw a bullpen session Monday and is scheduled to throw a simulated game Wednesday in Detroit. Francisco, who hasn't appeared in a game since May 6, went on the disabled list Saturday with right biceps tendinitis. He is eligible to come off the DL on Friday when the Rangers play in Houston. The right-hander also threw a bullpen session Saturday without any problems. [...]
5:00 PM EST (3)
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Rangers | Francisco throws bullpen Monday
The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers RP Frank Francisco (biceps) threw a bullpen session Monday, May 18, and is scheduled to throw a simulated game Wednesday, May 20.
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Frank Francisco threw a bullpen session on Monday and experienced
Source (rotoworld.com)
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Frank Francisco threw a bullpen session on Monday and experienced no problems, reported Anthony Andro of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Francisco will throw a simulated game in Detroit on Wednesday. [...]
3.
Frank Francisco threw a bullpen session on Monday and experienced
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Frank Francisco threw a bullpen session on Monday and experienced no problems, reports Anthony Andro of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Francisco will throw a simulated game in Detroit on Wednesday. [...]
08:00 AM EST (1)
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Frank Francisco (biceps tendinitis) is expected to return from
Source (rotoworld.com)
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Frank Francisco (biceps tendinitis) is expected to return from the disabled list Friday, the day he is eligible. Francisco tossed a bullpen session Saturday and felt close to full health. [...]
[+] May 17th 2009 2 Updates
12:00 PM EST (1)
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Texas remains confident that Francisco (biceps tendinitis) will
Source (rotowire.com)
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Texas remains confident that Francisco (biceps tendinitis) will be able to return when eligible on Friday, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports. [...]
11:00 AM EST (1)
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Texas remains confident that Francisco (biceps tendinitis) will
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Texas remains confident that Francisco (biceps tendinitis) will be able to return when eligible on Friday, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports. [...]
[+] May 16th 2009 13 Updates
7:00 PM EST (1)
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Francisco (biceps tendinitis) was placed on the 15-day DL retroactive
Source (rotowire.com)
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Francisco (biceps tendinitis) was placed on the 15-day DL retroactive to May 7, the Rangers' official site reports. [...]
6:00 PM EST (3)
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Rangers | Francisco throws bullpen session Saturday
The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers CL Frank Francisco (biceps) threw a 15-minute bullpen session Saturday, May 16, and said he did not feel any pain but did not feel sharp. He is scheduled to throw another bullpen session Monday, May 18.
2.
Rangers | Francisco hopes to return Friday
The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers CL Frank Francisco (biceps) said he hopes to come off the 15-day disabled list Friday, May 16, in time for the team's weekend series against the Detroit Tigers.
3.
Rangers | Francisco placed on 15-day DL
The Sports Network reports the Texas Rangers have placed CL Frank Francisco (biceps) on the 15-day disabled list with right biceps tendonitis. The move is retroactive to May 7.
5:00 PM EST (5)
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Rangers closer Frank Francisco has been put on the 15-day disabled
Source (CBSSports.com)
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News: Rangers closer Frank Francisco has been put on the 15-day disabled list because of right biceps tendinitis. Francisco hasn't pitched in a game since May 6. He threw a 15-minute bullpen session Saturday and said he didn't feel any pain, but also didn't feel sharp. General manager Jon Daniels said the Rangers were being cautious with Francisco, who has made 25 consecutive scoreless appearances, including 14 this season. Francisco is scheduled to throw again Monday. If the Rangers had waited until then to put him on the DL, they would not have been able to make the move retroactive to May 7. He can return Friday. [...]
2.
The move appears to be strictly precautionary, as the right-handed
The move appears to be strictly precautionary, as the right-handed stopper is eligible to return May 22. In the meantime, CJ Wilson (4.11 ERA, 1 SV) could pilfer a save or two in his absence.
3.
Rangers placed pitcher Frank Francisco on the 15-day disabled
Source (rotoworld.com)
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Rangers placed pitcher Frank Francisco on the 15-day disabled list with biceps tendinitis. He was placed on the disabled list retroactive to May 7, meaning he could return next Friday. [...]
4.
Rangers placed pitcher Frank Francisco on the 15-day disabled
Source (rotoworld.com)
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Rangers placed pitcher Frank Francisco on the 15-day disabled list with biceps tendinitis. He was placed on the disabled list retroactive to May 7, meaning he could return late next week. [...]
5.
Francisco not ready to return to Texas bullpen
Source (news.yahoo.com)
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Rangers closer Frank Francisco has been put on the 15-day disabled list because of right biceps tendinitis.
4:00 PM EST (1)
1.
Francisco not ready to return to Texas bullpen
Source (news.yahoo.com)
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Frank Francisco is not ready to return to the closer's role for the Texas Rangers, and he could be put on the disabled list.
3:00 PM EST (1)
1.
Francisco (biceps tendinitis) threw in the bullpen with mixed
Source (rotowire.com)
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Francisco (biceps tendinitis) threw in the bullpen with mixed results - no pain, but lower than normal velocity - and won't return until Tuesday at the earliest according to the team's web site. [...]
2:00 PM EST (1)
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Frank Francisco (biceps tendinitis) reported no pain after a
Source (rotoworld.com)
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Frank Francisco (biceps tendinitis) reported no pain after a bullpen session on Saturday afternoon. He didn't feel pain, but he's not yet satisfied with his stuff. [...]
1:00 PM EST (1)
1.
The Dallas Morning News reports that Frank Francisco's return
Source (CBSSports.com)
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News: The Dallas Morning News reports that Frank Francisco's return from right biceps tendinitis took another step in a positive direction Friday. The closer played catch from 120 feet and also did some throwing off flat ground. Francisco hopes to throw a light bullpen session Saturday before the Rangers will reassess the health of the right-hander. "Everything is fine," Francisco said. [...]
[+] May 15th 2009 4 Updates
11:00 PM EST (1)
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Francisco (biceps tendinitis) hopes to throw in the bullpen
Source (rotowire.com)
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Francisco (biceps tendinitis) hopes to throw in the bullpen on Saturday after he was able to complete a long-toss session prior to Friday's game, the team's web site reports. [...]
6:00 PM EST (1)
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Rangers | Francisco throws Friday
T.R. Sullivan, of MLB.com, reports Texas Rangers RP Frank Francisco (biceps) threw long toss Friday, May 15, and did not report any problems. Francisco said he thinks he will throw a bullpen session Saturday, May 16.
12:00 PM EST (1)
1.
Rangers | Francisco now out until Sunday
Updating previous reports, The Dallas Morning News' Anthony Andro reports Texas Rangers CL Frank Francisco (biceps) could return Sunday, May 17, at the earliest.
10:00 AM EST (1)
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Frank Francisco's availability this weekend is "questionable
Source (rotoworld.com)
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Frank Francisco's availability this weekend is "questionable at best," according to MLB.com. Francisco has been battling a case of biceps tendinitis and hasn't pitched since April 29. [...]
[+] May 14th 2009 8 Updates
4:00 PM EST (1)
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Francisco hasn't pitched since April 29 in Oakland because of
Francisco hasn't pitched since April 29 in Oakland because of biceps tendinitis. The Rangers haven't put him on the disabled list, but his availability for the three-game series with the Angels this May 15-17 weekend is questionable at best. The good news is he's still tied for the American League lead with nine saves, along with Jonathan Papelbon of the Red Sox and Brian Fuentes of the Angels.
2:00 PM EST (1)
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The target date for Frank Francisco's return is now Sunday,
Source (rotoworld.com)
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The target date for Frank Francisco's return is now Sunday, according to GM Jon Daniels. Francisco will play long toss on Friday. If that goes well, he will throw a bullpen on Saturday. [...]
1:00 PM EST (2)
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Francisco (right biceps tendinitis) played catch for about 10
Source (rotowire.com)
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Francisco (right biceps tendinitis) played catch for about 10 minutes Thursday, the Associated Press reports. [...]
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Rangers closer Frank Francisco played catch for about 10 minutes
Source (CBSSports.com)
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News: Rangers closer Frank Francisco played catch for about 10 minutes Thursday, and will likely do that again before returning to the bullpen. Francisco is still tied for the AL lead with nine saves, even though he hasn't pitched since May 6 because of right biceps tendinitis. Pitching coach Mike Maddux says the session for Francisco was a positive step. C.J. Wilson, who had 24 saves last season, is handling the closer's role in his place. [...]
12:00 PM EST (2)
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Rangers | Francisco throws Thursday
Updating previous reports, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram's Anthony Andro reports Texas Rangers CL Frank Francisco (biceps) played catch for seven minutes without problems Thursday, May 14. He'll push harder Friday in hopes of being available for Saturday's game.
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Frank Francisco played catch Thursday morning and reported no
Source (rotoworld.com)
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Frank Francisco played catch Thursday morning and reported no problems. Francisco will throw again on Friday and could be available by Saturday if things go well. [...]
08:00 AM EST (1)
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The Rangers are hoping Frank Francisco (biceps tendinitis) will
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The Rangers are hoping Frank Francisco (biceps tendinitis) will be available to pitch Friday. If he's not, the club may be forced to make a roster move. [...]
12:00 AM EST (1)
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Rangers | Francisco out until Friday
The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers RP Frank Francisco (biceps) was unavailable again Wednesday, May 13, and will not be available again until Friday, May 15.
[+] May 13th 2009 7 Updates
9:00 PM EST (1)
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Rangers closer Frank Francisco's right arm feels better, but
Source (CBSSports.com)
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News: Rangers closer Frank Francisco's right arm feels better, but he won't be available until at least Friday. Manager Ron Washington said Francisco's biceps tendinitis will be reevaluated on Friday. Francisco had a light throwing session before Wednesday night's game against Seattle, and reported less soreness in his arm. He had an injection Monday. C.J. Wilson, who had 24 saves last season, will handle the closer's role in Francisco's absence. [...]
8:00 PM EST (2)
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Francisco reported much improvement from the soreness that has
Francisco reported much improvement from the soreness that has sidelined him since his last appearance a week ago in Oakland. "So far, I feel good," Francisco said before Wednesday's game with the Mariners. "I did my exercises today and felt great. I felt better than I thought." The Rangers are hoping Francisco can have a light bullpen session on Thursday and then will make a decision on Friday if he's ready to go. Francisco has been outstanding for the Rangers since Opening Day, saving nine games with a 0.00 ERA.
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Francisco (biceps tendinitis) will be re-evaluated on Friday,
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Francisco (biceps tendinitis) will be re-evaluated on Friday, the Associated Press reports. [...]
7:00 PM EST (1)
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Texas' Francisco won't pitch until at least Friday
Source (news.yahoo.com)
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Texas Rangers closer Frank Francisco's right arm feels better, but he won't be available until at least Friday.
5:00 PM EST (1)
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Frank Francisco (biceps tendinitis) is reportedly improving.
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Frank Francisco (biceps tendinitis) is reportedly improving. He's still out for the series against the Mariners, but could return against the Angels. He'll probably throw on the side tomorrow, and we will know more then. [...]
09:00 AM EST (1)
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Rangers | Biceps tendonitis sidelines Francisco
The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers CL Frank Francisco (biceps) has been sidelined by biceps tendonitis and will be out of the lineup for a few days.
08:00 AM EST (1)
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Francisco (bicep tendinitis) hopes to play catch on Wednesday
Source (rotowire.com)
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Francisco (bicep tendinitis) hopes to play catch on Wednesday but could still end up on the DL, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports. [...]
[+] May 12th 2009 6 Updates
9:00 PM EST (5)
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Francisco, who is experiencing shoulder soreness, was examined
Francisco, who is experiencing shoulder soreness, was examined by Rangers team physician Keith Meister and underwent an MRI on Monday. The diagnosis was biceps tendinitis and normal soreness, and Francisco received an anti-inflammatory injection. There are no plans to put Francisco on the disabled list, but he is not expected to pitch against the Mariners during the three-game series at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington. Instead, Francisco will try to play catch on Wednesday and have a side throwing session on May 14. Francisco has nine saves this season, the most in the American League and tied for the Major League lead.
2.
Rangers closer Frank Francisco has biceps tendinitis and will
Source (CBSSports.com)
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News: Rangers closer Frank Francisco has biceps tendinitis and will not be available for at least a couple of days. Rangers general manager Jon Daniels said Francisco, who is tied for the major league lead with nine saves, will not pitch in Texas' game Tuesday night game against the Seattle Mariners and possibly the entire three-game series. "We can't rule out the disabled list," Daniels said. Francisco began experiencing soreness over the weekend and visited team physician Dr. Keith Meister on Monday. The right-hander had an MRI which did not cause concern. C.J. Wilson, who saved 24 games last season, may be the leading candidate to step into Francisco's role. Daniels said that Texas manager Ron Washington may let the game situation dictate who comes out of the bullpen late in games. [...]
3.
Francisco will likely miss the Seattle series with biceps tendinitis,
Source (rotowire.com)
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Francisco will likely miss the Seattle series with biceps tendinitis, the Dallas Morning News reports. [...]
4.
Rangers closer Frank Francisco has biceps tendinitis and will
Source (CBSSports.com)
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News: Rangers closer Frank Francisco has biceps tendinitis and will not be available for at least a couple of days. Rangers general manager Jon Daniels said Francisco, who is tied for the major league lead with nine saves, will not pitch in Texas' game Tuesday night game against the Seattle Mariners and possibly the entire three-game series. Francisco began experiencing soreness over the weekend and visited team physician Dr. Keith Meister on Monday. The right-hander had an MRI which did not cause concern. [...]
5.
Francisco out with biceps tendinitis
Source (news.yahoo.com)
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Rangers closer Frank Francisco has biceps tendinitis and will not be available for at least a couple of days.
8:00 PM EST (1)
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Frank Francisco hasn't pitched since last Wednesday due to biceps
Source (rotoworld.com)
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Frank Francisco hasn't pitched since last Wednesday due to biceps tendinitis. An MRI on Monday revealed nothing unusual, but Francisco was given a shot and will be unavailable for two to three days. [...]
[+] May 7th 2009 7 Updates
3:00 PM EST (1)
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Rangers | Francisco to take day off Thursday
T.R. Sullivan, of MLB.com, reports Texas Rangers RP Frank Francisco (rest) will take the day off Thursday, May 7, after pitching in three straight games and four of the last five days.
10:00 AM EST (1)
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Francisco has been outstanding out of the Rangers bullpen this
Francisco has been outstanding out of the Rangers bullpen this year, locking down all nine of his save opportunities without yielding a run. His sports a minuscule 0.75 WHIP and a quality 13/4 K/BB ratio.
09:00 AM EST (1)
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Francisco threw another scoreless inning on Wednesday to record
Source (rotowire.com)
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Francisco threw another scoreless inning on Wednesday to record his ninth save of the year. [...]
04:00 AM EST (1)
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Rangers | Francisco records ninth save
Texas Rangers RP Frank Francisco recorded the final three outs for his ninth save of the season, according to The Associated Press. He extended his scoreless streak to 14 2/3 innings Wednesday, May 6.
1:00 AM EST (1)
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Rangers RP Frank Francisco recorded the final three outs during
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News: Rangers RP Frank Francisco recorded the final three outs during Wednesday's 3-2 win against the A's for his ninth save. He extended his scoreless streak to 14 2/3 innings. Francisco allowed a leadoff walk to Orlando Cabrera and two-out single to Jack Cust, but retired Kurt Suzuki on a fly ball to end the game. Francisco struck out two as he recorded his third May save. [...]
12:00 AM EST (2)
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Frank Francisco saved his ninth game of the season on Wednesday
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Frank Francisco saved his ninth game of the season on Wednesday night against the Athletics. He had to navigate his way out of a first and third jam, but Francisco remains perfect this season at 9-for-9 in save opportunities. [...]
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Francisco has been rock-solid out of the Rangers bullpen this
Francisco has been rock-solid out of the Rangers bullpen this year, locking down all nine of his save opportunities without yielding a run. His sports a minuscule 0.75 WHIP and quality 13/4 K/BB ratio.
[+] May 6th 2009 2 Updates
5:00 PM EST (2)
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Francisco quietly getting it doneFrom ESPN.com's Eric Karabell:
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Francisco quietly getting it doneFrom ESPN.com's Eric Karabell: "Francisco was a bit of a question mark on draft day, but maybe he shouldn't have been. Previously known more for tossing a chair into the right-field box seats in Oakland and getting arrested five years ago, Francisco now has moved into our top 10 among closers. He's second to Jonathan Broxton on our Player Rater, having permitted no runs so far, and controlling his command has been a big key. Francisco basically is picking up where he left off last season, when his post-All-Star break numbers were exceptional (2.46 ERA, 13 hits in 25 2/3 innings, 38 Ks). There's no need to own any other Texas relievers in fantasy."Relief EffortsWed, May 6 [...]
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Rangers | Francisco yet to give up run
T.R. Sullivan, of MLB.com, reports Texas Rangers RP Frank Francisco has not given up a run in 13 outings so far this year.
[+] May 5th 2009 2 Updates
9:00 PM EST (1)
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Texas closer Frank Francisco closed out Tuesday's extra-inning
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News: Texas closer Frank Francisco closed out Tuesday's extra-inning win over the Mariners but did not earn a save as the Rangers were safely ahead 7-2 at that point. Francisco pitched to three batters, retired two of them and had one walk and one strikeout. His ERA is still perfect on the season. [...]
1:00 AM EST (1)
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That's now 13 innings without a run for Francisco to start the
That's now 13 innings without a run for Francisco to start the season. There are closers with higher profiles or longer track records, but it's hard to see how Francisco, who's now a perfect 8-for-8 in save opportunities, could be more effective than he has been thus far.
[+] May 3rd 2009 2 Updates
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Rangers | Francisco records save Saturday
Texas Rangers CL Frank Francisco recorded his seventh save of the season Saturday, May 2, against the Chicago White Sox, according to The Associated Press. He recorded one strikeout in one perfect inning of work. Francisco has 11 consecutive scoreless appearances this season.
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Francisco's lights-out 2009 continues. He's now up to 11 2/3
Francisco's lights-out 2009 continues. He's now up to 11 2/3 innings without allowing a run, and he's given up just five hits on the season. Add in his 10 strikeouts, and you've got an emerging top-tier fantasy closer.
Frank Francisco Injury News
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Frank Francisco Fantasy Scoring
Top| # | date | Innings | K's | Hits | Walks | ERA | Decision | Points | Differential |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oct 02 09 | 1.0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | save | 14.00 | 15 |
| 2 | Sep 27 09 | 0.2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 4 | loss | -3.18 | 34.68 |
| 3 | Sep 25 09 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | none | 3.00 | 36.5 |
| 4 | Sep 23 09 | 1.0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | save | 14.00 | 7 |
| 5 | Sep 19 09 | 1.0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | save | 11.00 | 19.16 |
| 6 | Sep 18 09 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | none | 3.00 | 33 |
| 7 | Sep 16 09 | 1.0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | none | 2.50 | 30 |
| 8 | Sep 15 09 | 1.0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | none | 3.50 | 34 |
| 9 | Sep 08 09 | 1.0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | none | -1.00 | 30.5 |
| 10 | Sep 02 09 | 0.2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | save | 10.82 | 18.18 |
| 11 | Sep 01 09 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | save | 12.00 | 28.5 |
| 12 | Sep 01 09 | 1.0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | save | 12.50 | 28 |
| 13 | Aug 29 09 | 1.0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | save | 15.00 | 17.16 |
| 14 | Aug 27 09 | 1.0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | none | 2.00 | 25.5 |
| 15 | Aug 25 09 | 1.0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | none | -2.00 | 38 |
| 16 | Aug 23 09 | 1.0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | none | 2.50 | 29.5 |
| 17 | Aug 17 09 | 1.0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | save | 14.00 | 15 |
| 18 | Aug 16 09 | 1.0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | save | 14.00 | 15.82 |
| 19 | Aug 14 09 | 0.2 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 6 | loss | -7.18 | 44.18 |
| 20 | Aug 13 09 | 1.0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | save | 12.50 | 22 |
| 21 | Aug 06 09 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | hold | 2.00 | 26.5 |
| 22 | Aug 03 09 | 0.2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | hold | 0.82 | 23.84 |
| 23 | Aug 02 09 | 1.0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | hold | 4.00 | 25.5 |
| 24 | Jul 10 09 | 1.0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | save | 13.50 | 30.5 |
| 25 | Jul 07 09 | 1.0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | none | 2.50 | 28.66 |
| 26 | Jul 05 09 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | save | 13.00 | 22.5 |
| 27 | Jul 03 09 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | save | 13.00 | 15 |
| 28 | Jul 01 09 | 1.0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | win | 8.00 | 21.5 |
| 29 | Jun 30 09 | 0.2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | none | 2.82 | 32.18 |
| 30 | Jun 25 09 | 0.1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | none | -2.34 | 28.34 |
| 31 | Jun 24 09 | 1.0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | hold | 2.50 | 26.5 |
| 32 | Jun 20 09 | 1.0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | none | 4.00 | 33.5 |
| 33 | Jun 03 09 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | save | 13.00 | 27.5 |
| 34 | May 31 09 | 1.0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | loss | 1.50 | 30 |
| 35 | May 31 09 | 1.0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | loss | 1.50 | 30 |
| 36 | May 29 09 | 1.0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | save | 13.00 | 18.5 |
| 37 | May 26 09 | 1.0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | none | 2.50 | 34.5 |
| 38 | May 22 09 | 1.0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | save | 13.50 | 18.5 |
| 39 | May 06 09 | 1.0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | save | 13.00 | 18.5 |
| 40 | May 05 09 | 0.2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | none | 1.82 | 27.68 |
| 41 | May 04 09 | 1.1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | save | 11.66 | 28.34 |
| 42 | May 02 09 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | save | 13.00 | 22.5 |
| 43 | Apr 28 09 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | save | 12.00 | 20.5 |
| 44 | Apr 27 09 | 1.0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | save | 12.50 | 27 |
| 45 | Apr 25 09 | 0.2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | save | 11.82 | 16.18 |
| 46 | Apr 24 09 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | save | 12.00 | 29 |
| 47 | Apr 21 09 | 1.2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | save | 11.82 | 15.18 |
| 48 | Apr 19 09 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | win | 13.00 | 17 |
| 49 | Apr 14 09 | 1.1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | none | 4.66 | 26.34 |
| 50 | Apr 13 09 | 1.0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | none | 4.00 | 31 |
| 51 | Apr 08 09 | 1.0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | save | 12.50 | 13.5 |
| 52 | Apr 06 09 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | none | 3.00 | 24 |
| Totals: | 45.9 | 58 | 41 | 15 | 378.54 | ||||
Frank Francisco Fantasy Graph
TopPlayer Run Differential Notes
Numbers in parenthesis for each team indicates total runs scored that game. Numbers next to each pitcher indicates earned runs. This stat is used to get a better understanding of the performance of the pitcher and how much run support he got from his team.
The run differential is based on total runs each team scored when Frank Francisco has a decision. (i.e. win/loss) Similarly, the opposing pitcher listed also received a decision.
Home Breakdown
Top| Games | Home | Away | Pitcher (Earned) | Opp. Pitcher (Earned) | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TEX (9) | ANA (7) | Frank Francisco (3) | Justin Speier (2) | +2 |
| 1 | TEX (6) | KC (5) | Frank Francisco (0) | Kyle Farnsworth (1) | +1 |
| 1 | TEX (6) | TB (7) | Frank Francisco (4) | Randy Choate (1) | -1 |
| 2 | TEX | OAK | Frank Francisco | n/a | -2 |
| 1 | TEX (4) | BOS (8) | Frank Francisco (6) | Takashi Saito (0) | -4 |
| Totals: | Games: 6 | -4 | |||
Away Breakdown
Top| Games | Away | Home | Pitcher (Earned) | Opp. Pitcher (Earned) | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Totals: | Games: | ||||
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