DOMINIC LEONE NEWS

Acquired by Angels The Mets traded Leone to the Angels on Tuesday, Will Sammon of The Athletic reports.

Impact Leone's overall numbers don't look great, but he's pitched to a 1.80 ERA over his last 12 appearances dating back to late June. The 31-year-old right-hander figures to slide into a middle-relief role with the all-in Halos.

AUGUST 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

This Mets Reliever Has Become an Arm to Trust Dominic Leone, who signed with the Mets last month, has a 2.25 ERA in his last seven outings.

JUNE 17, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Collects win Wednesday Leone (1-2) picked up the win in Wednesday's victory over the Yankees, walking one and striking out one in a scoreless 10th inning.

Impact The right-hander needed 11 pitches (eight strikes) to get through the top of the frame, with his free pass being of the intentional variety. Leone has settled into a middle-relief role with the Mets, getting scored upon only once in his last eight appearances and posting a 1.93 ERA, 0.64 WHIP and 10:2 K:BB through 9.1 innings over that stretch, but his lack of high-leverage usage limits his fantasy appeal -- he has zero saves or holds on the season.

JUNE 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tagged with second loss Leone (0-2) took the loss Sunday against the Blue Jays, allowing two runs on two hits over 1.1 innings in a 6-4 defeat.

Impact After the Mets tied the game in the sixth inning, Leone surrendered a two-run homer to Brandon Belt that would prove to be the difference in the loss. The 31-year-old Leone had been pitching well prior to Sunday, delivering four consecutive scoreless appearances while punching out seven over 4.1 innings. He now sports a 5.40 ERA with a 1.43 WHIP and 11:3 K:BB across 13.1 innings this season.

JUNE 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes loss in relief Leone (undisclosed) was the pitcher of record in Sunday's 3-2 loss to the Nationals in the first game of a doubleheader after he gave up one run on three hits in two innings out of...

Impact Leone experienced discomfort while warming up in the bullpen Friday, but his ability to cover two innings a day later implies that he's healthy again. The right-hander's appearance will officially be listed as having occurred Saturday, since the Mets and Nationals had their game suspended that day before they resumed the contest Sunday in the third inning with the score tied 1-1.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Being evaluated for discomfort Leone felt discomfort while warming up in the bullpen against the Nationals on Saturday and is being evaluated, Tim Britton of The Athletic reports.

Impact Leone did not come in to pitch after feeling the discomfort with Drew Smith getting the final out and picking up the save. For now, Leone should be considered day-to-day.

MAY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets MLB deal Leone signed a one-year contract with the Mets on Thursday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Impact Leone opted out of his minor-league contract with the Rangers on Tuesday and has quickly landed a major-league contract. The veteran reliever will provide a much-needed fresh arm for the Mets' bullpen.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Opts out of minors deal Leone opted out of his minor-league contract with the Rangers on Tuesday and is now a free agent, Anthony Franco of MLBTradeRumors.com reports.

Impact Leone has posted a 1.59 ERA and 15:2 K:BB over 11.1 innings at Triple-A Round Rock but was evidently told by the Rangers a promotion wasn't imminent. The 31-year-old should be able to latch on with another club quickly, perhaps even on a major-league deal.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yastrzemski, Brebbia help Giants beat Rockies 3-0

Mike Yastrzemski homered and John Brebbia pitched an inning in his second start of the series, helping the San Francisco Giants beat the Colorado Rockies 3-0 to complete a four-gam...

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bart, Villar, Webb lead Giants past Cubs to end 5-game slide

Joey Bart and David Villar each homered, doubled and drove in two runs, helping the San Francisco Giants top the Chicago Cubs 5-2 to end a five-game losing streak

SEPTEMBER 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Smyly, Gomes, Hoerner help Cubs beat Giants, 4-2

Drew Smyly allowed one hit in seven scoreless innings and Yan Gomes and Nico Hoerner homered in the Chicago Cubs’ 4-2 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Friday

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dodgers outslug Giants 6-3, Muncy homers twice

Joey Gallo blasted a go-ahead, three-run homer in the second inning and Max Muncy added a pair of solo shots in the Los Angeles Dodgers' 6-3 win over the San Francisco Giants

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Twins rally past Giants 3-2 on Celestino walk in 10th

Gilberto Celestino walked with the bases loaded in the 10th inning and the Minnesota Twins rallied to beat San Francisco 3-2

AUGUST 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Collects extra-innings win Leone (4-4) allowed a hit and a walk while striking out one in two-thirds of a scoreless inning, earning the extra-innings win over the Rockies on Sunday.

Impact Leone cleaned things up after Alex Young allowed the Rockies to tie the game again in the 10th inning. The Giants went ahead again in the 11th, and Leone ended up with the win after Zack Littell closed out the contest. Through 7.1 innings in August, Leone has allowed five runs, 11 hits and three walks with nine strikeouts. He has a 4.33 ERA, 1.53 WHIP and 47:17 K:BB through 43.2 innings overall, and he's added three saves, 11 holds and four blown saves while functioning as part of the setup mix ahead of closer Camilo Doval.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Flores' sac fly the difference in 9-8 Giants' win over Rox

Wilmer Flores delivered a go-ahead sacrifice fly in the 11th inning, Evan Longoria had a grand slam among his three hits and the San Francisco Giants averted a series sweep by beat...

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Slips up Wednesday Leone (3-4) allowed two runs on three hits and struck out one in one inning, taking the loss Wednesday versus the Diamondbacks.

Impact Leone gave up a single to Christian Walker and a double to Stone Garrett before allowing a two-run single to Jake McCarthy in the eighth inning. The Giants' offense couldn't bail him out, sending Leone to a loss for the first time since July 24. In 9.1 innings since the All-Star break, the setup man has struggled, allowing nine runs, 13 hits and four walks while striking out 10. He has a 4.50 ERA, 1.52 WHIP and 45:16 K:BB while adding three saves, 11 holds and four blown saves in 42 innings this year. Considering his recent form, Leone is not a realistic threat to unseat closer Camilo Doval.

AUGUST 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jake McCarthy's two-run single lifts D-backs past Giants

Pinch-hitter Jake McCarthy hit a go-ahead two-run single in the eighth, and the Arizona Diamondbacks rallied past the San Francisco Giants 3-2 after two tough losses to start the s...

AUGUST 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Allows run but earns save Leone allowed a run on one hit over one inning, but he earned the save in Saturday's 5-4 win over the Cubs.

Impact Yunior Marte got into trouble in the ninth inning, putting two on with no outs. Leone entered the game and allowed a single to load the bases. The Cubs were able to rally for three runs, with one charge to Leone on a Seiya Suzuki groundout, but the comeback effort fell just short. This was Leone's third save of the season, and he's added 11 holds and three blown saves in 40 appearances. The right-hander has a 3.96 ERA, 1.46 WHIP and 38:14 K:BB through 36.1 innings. He'll likely be unavailable Sunday since he's pitched three days in a row.

JULY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wood takes no-hitter into 7th, Giants beat Cubs to stop skid

Alex Wood took a no-hitter into the seventh inning and the San Francisco Giants beat the Chicago Cubs 4-2 to stop a seven-game slide

JULY 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dealt third loss Leone (3-3) allowed a run on one hit in two-thirds of an inning, taking the loss Sunday versus the Dodgers.

Impact Leone was responsible for the first of the Dodgers' three runs in the seventh inning, and that was enough to stick the reliever with his second loss in as many outings. He's given up three runs in one inning across two appearances since the All-Star break, though that could be a product of facing the Dodgers' formidable offense. For the season, Leone has a 3.97 ERA, 1.47 WHIP and 36:12 K:BB with 10 holds, two saves and three blown saves in 34 innings.

JULY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers rally for 7-4 win over Giants, sweep 4 from rivals

The Los Angeles Dodgers surged past the San Francisco Giants with a seventh-inning rally and won 7-4 for their season-high eighth consecutive victory

JULY 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes loss Thursday Leone (3-2) allowed two runs on two hits and struck out one in two-thirds of an inning, taking the loss Thursday versus the Dodgers.

Impact The Giants pulled ahead in the top of the eighth inning, but Leone couldn't protect the one-run advantage. He gave up a double to Gavin Lux and a triple to Trayce Thompson. Jarlin Garcia then gave up a three-run home run, with the decisive run charged to Leone. Between the start of June and the All-Star break, Leone posted a 3.68 ERA in 14.2 innings, but he started the second half in shaky form against a tough team. The right-hander has a 3.78 ERA, 1.47 WHIP, 36:12 K:BB, two saves, 10 holds and three blown saves through 33.1 innings this year.

JULY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers recover, beat Giants 9-6 on Betts' 3-run HR in 8th

Mookie Betts broke an eighth-inning tie with a three-run homer and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Francisco Giants 9-6 after blowing a five-run lead in the seventh

JULY 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Converts second save Leone allowed a hit and struck out one in a scoreless inning to earn the save in Saturday's 2-1 win over the Brewers.

Impact Leone navigated the ninth inning on 11 pitches (eight strikes) to pick up his second save of the year. It was an interesting choice from manager Gabe Kapler -- Camilo Doval didn't pitch Friday, but he's struggled lately. Leone has now pitched three consecutive scoreless innings since a four-run blow-up July 5 versus the Diamondbacks. He could be in line to become the primary setup man or even challenge for the closer role, as Jake McGee was designated for assignment last Saturday and Tyler Rogers has moved into a middle-relief role. Leone has a sharp 3.31 ERA, but his 1.44 WHIP and 35:12 K:BB in 32.2 innings don't scream the stuff of elite closer, though he's also picked up 10 holds and posted a 3-1 record.

JULY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bases-loaded balk in 8th helps Giants edge Brewers 2-1

Brewers reliever Jandel Gustave’s balk with the bases loaded allowed Wilmer Flores to score the go-ahead run in the eighth inning, and the San Francisco Giants held off Milwaukee 2...

JULY 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS