The article reflects on the recent revival of the power ranking feature first initiated by Doug Bruzzone, noting Lou Trivino's drop from the rankings and subsequent exit from the Giants roster. While Camilo Doval thrived and regained his closer role amidst scrutiny, the longstanding 'curse' of the rankings remains under examination. Notably, the Giants have the best bullpen ERA in MLB at 2.48, underscoring their effectiveness. The inherent volatility of relief pitching complicates trust, as roles continue to shift, challenging players to adapt while maintaining performance.
Lou Trivino was ranked 8th out of 8 relievers and very quickly found himself off the roster just six days after publication.
The curse of the McCovey Chronicles Bullpen Trust Power Rankings may have been broken, as Camilo Doval not only went unscored upon in May but reclaimed the closer's role.
The Giants have the best bullpen ERA in MLB (2.48) and get lots of groundballs while not walking many batters, showcasing their pitching talent.
Pitchers need to meet the roles given to them by the team, which can be tricky as roles shift throughout the season.
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