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Kenley Jansen fans three in save | 04/14/2023 Kenley Jansen strikes out Mike Trout, Shohei Ohtani and Hunter Renfroe to seal Boston's 5-3 win

APRIL 15, 2023 • MLB.COM

Devers homers, Red Sox beat sloppy Angels 5-3

Rafael Devers hit his sixth homer of the season to put Boston ahead, and the Red Sox took advantage of three Los Angeles errors to beat the Angels 5-3

APRIL 15, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Picks up another save Jansen picked up the save in Sunday's 4-1 win over the Tigers. He allowed two hits and one walk while striking out two in a scoreless ninth inning.

Impact Jansen entered Sunday's matchup with the Red Sox holding a three-run lead in the ninth inning, but he got into a bases-loaded jam with one out. However, he forced a flyout before recording a strikeout to end the game and pick up his second save of the year. The Red Sox aren't predicted to be especially strong this season, but Jansen should have plenty of job security as the team's closer.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Red Sox top Tigers behind Casas, Crawford for 3-game sweep

Triston Casas homered and hit an RBI double as the Boston Red Sox beat the Detroit Tigers 4-1 for a three-game sweep

APRIL 9, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tallies first save Jansen didn't allow a hit or run in a scoreless ninth inning to earn the save Thursday against the Tigers.

Impact Jansen was called upon to protect a three-run lead, and he got little resistance to record his first save of the season. It was his first appearance since Saturday, when he allowed two baserunners but escaped with a scoreless outing and a win. Though Jansen has lost some dominance in recent seasons, he should comfortably serve as Boston's closer for the entire season.

APRIL 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up win vs. BAL Jansen picked up a win with a scoreless ninth inning against the Orioles on Saturday.

Impact Jansen came in to pitch in a game that Boston trailed 8-7, so it was unlikely he was going to factor into the decision. The Red Sox were able to score twice in the bottom of the frame after his scoreless frame, however, so he gets his first win as a member of the club. The right-hander struck out two while allowing a hit and a walk. His first chance for a save with the Red Sox should come soon.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to mound Monday Jansen (illness) made a scoreless appearance Monday versus Atlanta during Grapefruit League play during his return to action.

Impact Jansen loaded the bases on a hit and a couple walks but was able to escape unscathed by inducing an inning-ending double-play ball. The closer had exited his previous appearance due to lightheadedness, but he's fine now and will be ready to roll on Opening Day.

MARCH 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to pitch Monday Jansen (illness) is expected to pitch Monday against Atlanta, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.

Impact Jansen was removed from Friday's Grapefruit League appearance after experiencing lightheadedness and dizzy spells, but he's back at the ballpark before Sunday's Grapefruit League finale. The right-hander looks to be ready for Opening Day and will likely be ready to be called upon for save chances to begin the 2023 campaign.

MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Feeling better Saturday Jansen (lightheadedness) said he expects to pitch in Sunday's Grapefruit League game, Sean McAdam of BostonSportsJournal.com reports.

Impact He left Friday's exhibition game with a trainer after feeling lightheaded, but Jansen reported improvement Saturday and said he does not believe the issue is related to his heart condition (atrial fibrillation). The longtime closer suggested it may have just been dehydration, per Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican. So long as Jansen returns Sunday or early next week, he should be in the clear for Opening Day.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Felt lightheaded before exit Red Sox manager Alex Cora told reporters that Jansen felt "lightheaded" before leaving Friday's appearance against Atlanta, but he should be fine going forward, Tom Caron of NESN r...

Impact Jansen left Friday's appearance with a trainer, and he immediately went to the Boston clubhouse. It's a concerning development for anyone, but it's especially worrisome for the 35-year-old because of his history with atrial fibrillation. Fortunately, this exit appears to be precautionary with Cora believing that the right-hander should be OK going forward. Jansen may be held out of action for the next couple days, but it appears that he might be fine for the regular season.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves game with trainer Jansen left Friday's Grapefruit League appearance against Atlanta with a trainer, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Jansen went directly into the clubhouse after exiting the appearance. The right-hander is likely to undergo testing, and there should be an update on his status before the end of Friday's game. This would be a significant loss for Boston after they signed Jansen to serve as the closer for the 2023 season.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Braves closer Iglesias headed to IL with inflamed shoulder

Atlanta Braves closer Raisel Iglesias will open the season on the injured list due to right shoulder inflammation

MARCH 23, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Throws live batting practice Jansen (illness) threw 17 pitches to live hitters Thursday in Red Sox camp, Pete Abraham of the Boston Globe reports.

Impact Jansen missed a scheduled Grapefruit League appearance earlier this week because he wasn't feeling well, but he's scheduled to return to exhibition action Saturday and could join Team Netherlands in the World Baseball Classic if they advance out of their group. The veteran reliever is slated to serve as Boston's primary closer in 2023.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could join WBC in quarterfinals Jansen is expected to join Team Netherlands in the quarterfinals of the World Baseball Classic if the club advances, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports.

Impact Jansen is still in spring training with Boston, and just made his spring debut with the Red Sox on Monday. The long-time closer will remain in Florida as an option for the Grapefruit League, but could be a late-inning option in the WBC if Team Netherlands advances. Jansen is coming off a 2022 campaign where he finished with 41 saves along with a 3.38 ERA and 1.05 WHIP over 64 innings in 65 appearances.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes spring debut Jansen pitched a scoreless inning in Saturday's spring game against the Astros.

Impact Jansen made quick work of the Astros in his Grapefruit League debut, setting down the side in order. Most notably, he easily beat the pitch clock on all 14 of his pitches, according to Ian Browne of MLB.com. Jansen is notorious for his slow pace, averaging 25.6 seconds between pitches with the bases empty and 31.4 seconds with runners on last season. He vowed the new pitch clock would not be an issue for him, saying he's been working on it since December. The right-hander noted that his slow pace was a product of the environment and throwing in high-pressurized situations. The real test for Boston's closer comes during the regular season when those high-pressure situations become the norm.

MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

The rules changed, so new Red Sox closer Kenley Jansen knows he must change as well Jansen's previous double-swivel delivery and lengthy time between pitches would both face scrutiny under the league's new guidelines.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Red Sox manager Alex Cora: Pitch timer gives Kenley Jansen unexpected edge FORT MYERS, Fla. — Kenley Jansen is used to working at his own pace.

FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Netherlands World Baseball Classic roster: Xander Bogaerts, Kenley Jansen headline 2023 WBC team The Netherlands once again bolsters a strong World Baseball Classic. Here's what you need to know about their 2023 squad.

FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Throws bullpen with timer Jansen threw a bullpen session Sunday and was on time in his delivery, Christopher Smith of MassLive.com reports.

Impact Jansen is one of the slowest pitchers in the league, so he'll have to adjust to the new rule that pitchers must begin their delivery within 15 seconds with the bases empty (20 second with runners on). He had the third slowest tempo (25.6 seconds) between pitches last year.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Red Sox closer Kenley Jansen is eager to immerse himself with his new team - The Boston Globe Jansen won't play in the WBC right away as he finds his way with the Red Sox and works on adjusting to MLB's new pitch clock.

FEBRUARY 15, 2023 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Behind due to offseason illness Jansen is a bit behind in Red Sox camp due to an offseason illness, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.

Impact Jansen had to put a pause on his winter workouts because he and his family got sick. But there is plenty of time for the veteran reliever to play catch-up and to be at or near 100 percent come Opening Day. He inked a two-year, $32 million free-agent contract with Boston in December and projects to serve as the club's primary closer in 2023.

FEBRUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

What Red Sox's Kenley Jansen, 'slowest guy in the league,' said about new pitch timer Red Sox's Kenley Jansen is the self-proclaimed "slowest guy in the league" between pitches. What does he think about the pitch timer?

FEBRUARY 15, 2023 • MASSLIVE.COM

Rafael Devers' extension changes Red Sox's entire trajectory

After allowing Mookie Betts and Xander Bogaerts to depart, the Red Sox could not afford to let Rafael Devers do the same. Locking him up lon...

JANUARY 5, 2023

Red Sox closer Kenley Jansen, one of the slowest workers in baseball, says he will adjust to MLB's new pitch clock - The Boston Globe Jansen was the slowest worker in MLB with one or more runners on base last season.

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Red Sox introduce Kenley Jansen | 12/13/2022 Kenley Jansen and Chaim Bloom talk about the reliever signing a two-year deal with the Red Sox and how Jansen will impact the club

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • MLB.COM