Danny Coulombe
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Jul 17 2021Coulombe was placed on the paternity list Saturday, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty held opponents scoreless in five straight relief appearances leading up to the All-Star break, striking out nine and walking just one in that 6.1-inning stretch. Coulombe must miss at least one game while on paternity leave, so he could return to the Twins as soon as Sunday.
Jun 25 2021Coulombe allowed three runs (one earned) on two hits and struck out two in 1.2 innings versus Cleveland on Friday. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Coulombe was called up from Triple-A St. Paul to serve as the opener Friday. He gave up home runs to Amed Rosario and Bobby Bradley in the first inning and couldn't complete the second before Griffin Jax entered the contest. It's unclear what Coulombe's role going forward will be if he sticks on the major-league roster, but he'd most likely take on a low-leverage role in the bullpen.
Aug 28 2020Coulombe was designated for assignment by the Twins on Friday, Brandon Warne of ZoneCoverage.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Coulombe joined the active roster last weekend and allowed two hits over 2.2 scoreless innings with three strikeouts and three walks, but the Twins are opting to go in a different direction. The contract of Juan Minaya was purchased in a corresponding move.
Aug 22 2020Both Coulombe and Sean Poppen were added to the Twins' active roster Saturday, Aaron Gleeman of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Coulombe has already seen limited action at the major-league level over a span of seven years. The left-hander was most recently a part of the Athletics in 2018, when he registered a 4.56 ERA along with a 26:11 K:BB across 23.2 innings. He's a viable option as a middle reliever, at best.
Jun 29 2020Coulombe was included in Minnesota's 60-man player pool ahead of summer camp before the 2020 season begins, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Coulombe recorded no time in the majors in 2019, but he made 11 appearances at the Triple-A level, where he recorded a 4.50 ERA with a 64:19 K:BB over 38 innings. The southpaw has had some success in the big leagues in past seasons, and it wouldn't be surprising to see him appear in the Twins' bullpen at some point in 2020. He'll likely spend time with Minnesota's alternate training site unless the major league bullpen needs depth.
Jun 22 2018Coulombe will be recalled for Game 2 of Friday's doubleheader against the White Sox as the club's 26th man, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.Coulombe will provide added depth in the Athletic's bullpen after spending the past week at the Triple-A level. In 25 appearances with the big-league club this year, he's posted a 4.70 ERA and 1.35 WHIP.
May 19 2018Coulombe (1-1) fired a scoreless 1.1 innings in a win over the Blue Jays on Friday, allowing a walk and recording three strikeouts.The Athletics were forced to put together a patchwork relief effort for the second consecutive night, as starter Brett Anderson exited the game early with a shoulder injury. Coulombe was the next man up after Josh Lucas racked up seven strikeouts over 3.2 innings, and the veteran lefty kept the bats missing during his time on the mound as well. The 28-year-old now has back-to-back three-strikeout outings, and he owns an impressive 12:2 K:BB across 6.1 innings over seven May appearances.
May 17 2018Coulombe struck out the side in his one inning during Wednesday's loss to the Red Sox.The veteran lefty set down the trio of Xander Bogaerts, Mitch Moreland and Eduardo Nunez in the eighth on just 16 pitches, 12 of which found the strike zone. Coulombe was a liability in late April and his first outing of May, allowing eight runs (seven earned) across four appearances. However, he's bounced back with five straight scoreless efforts, and he's generated an impressive nine strikeouts combined in three of those outings.
May 10 2018Coulombe fired a scoreless ninth inning in a loss to the Astros on Wednesday, allowing one hit.The 28-year-old southpaw is seemingly beginning to settle down after a rough late-April, three-appearance stretch. Coulombe allowed seven runs (six earned) across three innings over that trio of outings, partly as a result of a pair of home runs. He surrendered a run over an inning against the Mariners in his first appearance of May, but he's subsequently bounced back with three consecutive scoreless efforts.
Apr 29 2018Coulombe allowed two earned runs on two hits over two-thirds of an inning in a loss to the Astros on Saturday.Coulombe got out of a two-on, one-out jam in the third before running into trouble to open the fourth. The left-hander surrendered a leadoff single to Brian McCann before surrendering a 380-foot home run to right off the bat of Derek Fisher, which extended the Astros' lead to 7-0 at the time. Coulombe's struggles are unfortunately nothing new, as he'd allowed a combined six runs (five earned) over his last three appearances before being demoted to Triple-A Nashville on April 20.
Apr 27 2018Coulombe was called up from Triple-A Nashville on Friday.Coulombe will return to the big-league club after being sent down to Nashville a week ago. The southpaw has posted a 5.79 ERA over 9.1 innings of relief for Oakland this season, but tossed a clean two innings during his lone appearance in Triple-A on Wednesday. Expect him to serve out of low-leverage situations moving forward.
Apr 14 2018Coulombe (0-1) was charged with an earned run on a hit and a walk over one-third of an inning in a 7-4 loss to the Mariners on Friday.Coulombe only faced one batter -- Robinson Cano -- which he walked on six pitches. Chris Hatcher subsequently came in and promptly allowed a three-run home run to Mitch Haniger, with Cano one of the runs that crossed the plate. Coulombe has now sandwiched two one-run outings around a pair of scoreless frames versus the Dodgers last Tuesday.
Apr 11 2018Coulombe struck out three over two perfect frames in a 4-0 loss to the Dodgers on Tuesday.The lefty bounced back from the only outing in which he's given up a run, working a season-high two innings. Coulombe has notched multiple strikeouts in two of his last three appearances, and he's seen a brisk workload thus far in April. Factoring in Tuesday's appearance, the 28-year-old logged five appearances over the first 10 days of the month, pitching at least one inning in four of those outings.
Apr 4 2018Coulombe fired a scoreless eighth inning in Tuesday's 4-1 loss to the Rangers.He breezed through the potent trio of Joey Gallo, Elvis Andrus and Adrian Beltre on six pitches, giving him a trio of scoreless efforts to open the season. The 28-year-old southpaw could see a workload akin to the career-high 72 appearances he logged in 2017, given the scarcity of his handedness in the Athletics' relief corps.
Mar 19 2018Coulombe earned his second hold of spring in Sunday's 14-0 Cactus League win over the White Sox, pitching a scoreless two-thirds of an inning.Coulombe is coming off his best major-league season in 2017, one that saw him generate a solid 3.48 ERA and 13 holds over 72 appearances. The 28-year-old represents a strong lefty relief option for manager Bob Melvin, although his value remains primarily limited to formats that count holds.
Sep 14 2017Coulombe pitched one-third of an inning in Wednesday's 7-3 win over the Red Sox, allowing no runs or hits but issuing a walk.The southpaw has put together an extended stretch of solid performances since late August. Coulombe has a 3.60 ERA, .176 BAA and .269 wOBA allowed in the five innings spanning his last nine appearances, a stretch during which he's also compiled a pair of holds.
Aug 16 2017Coulombe notched his 10th hold with 1.1 scoreless innings in Tuesday's 10-8 win over the Royals.The performance was a stark departure from the southpaw's most recent time on the mound, an outing in which he'd allowed three earned runs on five hits to the Orioles. Coulombe has been effective for extended stretches at times this season, but he's tended to blow up in a big way when he's faltered as of late, giving up a trio of earned runs apiece in the last three appearances in which he's been scored upon. However, his largely solid efforts otherwise have helped keep his ERA (3.51) and WHIP (1.24) respectable.
Aug 5 2017Coulombe (2-2) failed to record an out in the seventh inning of Friday's 8-6 loss to the Angels, allowing three earned runs on three walks.Coulombe simply couldn't find the strike zone, throwing just three of his 15 pitches for strikes and blowing a 6-4 lead. The stumble snapped an 11-appearance scoreless streak for the southpaw and raised his ERA from 2.43 to 3.16. It also marked the first multi-walk outing for the usually sharp Coulombe, who continues to see plenty of work as a lefty specialist.
Aug 1 2017Coulombe was credited with his eighth hold in Monday's 8-5 win over the Giants, allowing two hits over one-third of an inning while recording a strikeout.The lefty had a rough time after coming in with runners at the corners in the seventh, with the pair of singles he allowed both plating runs that went on starter Paul Blackburn's ledger. Nevertheless, Coulombe was able escape with his second hold in the last four outings, a stretch in which he's also notched his second win of the season. After giving up four runs over his first three appearances of July, the 27-year-old wrapped up the month with 10 consecutive scoreless outings.
Jul 24 2017Coulombe notched his seventh hold in Sunday's 3-2 win over the Mets, firing a scoreless seventh inning in which he recorded a strikeout.The southpaw continues to roll along, with Sunday's outing marking his seventh straight without allowing a run. Coulombe notably saw action in each of the three games versus the Mets, and should enjoy a similarly robust workload for the time being with the Athletics bullpen down a lefty due to Sean Doolittle's trade to the Nationals.
Jul 17 2017Coulombe notched his fifth hold in Sunday's 7-3 win over the Indians, allowing a hit over one third of an inning.The 27-year-old southpaw continues to be one of manager Bob Melvin's most trusted relief options, with Sunday's outing bringing his ERA and WHIP to 2.81 and 1.09, respectively. With fellow lefty Sean Doolittle now in Washington, Coulombe is currently the only left-handed member of the Oakland bullpen and could therefore potentially see a boost in opportunity.
Jun 29 2017Coulombe allowed an earned run on two hits in Wednesday's 11-8 loss to the Astros. He also recorded a strikeout.It was only the lefty's second two-inning outing of the season, with the first having come way back on April 5. Although Coulombe did see his 13-appearance streak of not allowing an earned run come to an end, he's been a highly valued presence in Oakland's inconsistent relief corps, as evidenced by his 1.98 ERA and 1.06 WHIP.
Jun 17 2017Coulombe (1-1) fired 1.1 scoreless innings in Friday's 7-6 win over the Yankees, recording a strikeout.The lefty snuffed out a seventh-inning threat by getting Chase Headley on a swinging strikeout with two aboard and then kept the Yankees at bay in the eighth as well. It was Coulombe's first victory of the season and also extended his streak of not allowing an earned run to 10 appearances. Friday's effort brought his ERA down below 2.00 for the first time since after his first appearance of the season.
Jun 12 2017Coulombe (0-1) gave up an unearned run on one hit over two-thirds of an inning in Sunday's 5-4 loss to the Rays.Coulombe surrendered a sacrifice fly to Corey Dickerson that proved to be the winning run, but a throwing error had enabled Mallex Smith to be in position to score after an inning-opening bunt single. That means Coulombe's streak of not allowing an earned run is now at seven appearances, a stretch that's lowered his ERA from 2.87 to 2.18. The 27-year-old proved particularly valuable during fellow southpaw Sean Doolittle's extended absence with a shoulder injury, and given his impressive body of work, he should continue seeing plenty of opportunities despite the latter's recent return.
May 15 2017Coulombe fired a scoreless two-thirds of an inning in Sunday's 6-4 loss to the Rangers, recording a strikeout.The 27-year-old reliever has quietly become one of manager Bob Melvin's most trusted bullpen options, turning in scoreless efforts in six of his last seven appearances. Coulombe is now sporting a solid 2.77 ERA, and his value as a southpaw has risen exponentially in the prolonged absence of fellow lefty Sean Doolittle (shoulder).
Apr 28 2017Coulombe pitched a scoreless eighth inning in Thursday's 2-1 loss to the Angels, giving up one hit.The 27-year-old southpaw has now put together scoreless appearances in six of his last seven trips to the mound, as he's served as a valued left-handed option out of the bullpen for manager Bob Melvin during the first month of the season. Coulombe doesn't rack up many strikeouts but does a good job of keeping the ball on the ground, and he's also capable of working multiple innings when necessary. Factoring in Thursday's outing, he's sporting a solid 3.24 ERA over his first 8.1 innings.
Apr 14 2017Coulombe fired a scoreless inning in Thursday's 3-1 loss to the Royals, issuing one walk.The lefty has been reasonably effective over three appearances yet hasn't been very efficient, as he's thrown a total of 92 pitches over just four innings. It took him 22 to get through his one frame Thursday, but to his credit, he's turned in scoreless efforts in two of the aforementioned three trips to the mound. As one of only two southpaws in the A's bullpen at the moment, Coulombe figures to see a solid workload throughout the course of the season.
Apr 1 2017Coulombe has earned a spot on the Athletics' Opening Day roster, John Hickey of the Bay Area News Group reports.This isn't too much of a surprise, as Coulombe is the only lefty other than Sean Doolittle projected in the Athletics' bullpen. The 27-year-old's roster status was in question after he allowed eight runs over a four-game span (4.2 innings) earlier in spring, but he bounced back by allowing just one run over his final 8.1 innings to solidify his roster spot.
Mar 31 2017Coulombe gave up an earned run on one hit over one inning in Thursday's 3-0 Cactus League win over the Giants. He also recorded a strikeout.Coulombe was saddled with his third loss of the spring as he continues to battle for a bullpen spot. The veteran southpaw had fired three scoreless innings on Monday, so while Thursday's effort was somewhat of a setback, he may have already done enough to earn his place on the 25-man roster.
Mar 28 2017Coulombe, still fighting for a bullpen spot, fired three innings of scoreless relief in Monday's 10-3 Cactus League loss to the Royals, surrendering just a hit and a walk.Coulombe has helped his case quite a bit in his last three trips to the mound, during which he's pitched 7.1 scoreless innings while allowing just two hits and Monday's walk. He's notched four strikeouts as well over that span and has lowered his ERA from 12.71 to 5.54. The veteran southpaw may have cemented his spot on the 25-man roster with Monday's performance, but could see more duty later this week before a final decision is made.
Mar 24 2017Coulombe, battling to carve out a bullpen spot, pitched 2.1 scoreless innings in Thursday's 15-5 Cactus League victory over the Brewers, giving up just one hit and striking out two.Coulombe looked like he was losing a grip on his bid for a roster spot just a week ago, but he's bounced back in his last two outings. The southpaw had surrendered at least one run in each of his first five appearances, but has now put together 4.1 scoreless frames across his last pair of trips to the mound.
Mar 16 2017Coulombe, who took his second loss of spring in Tuesday's Cactus League tilt versus the Rockies by giving up four earned runs on one hit and two walks over 1.1 innings, is increasingly in danger of losing his bid for a bullpen spot, Joe Stiglich of CSN Bay Area reports.Coming into spring, the 27-year-old southpaw's prospects for a potential roster spot seemed bright, considering that Sean Doolittle projected as the only other lefty on the relief corps. However, Coulombe, who owns a career .224 BAA and .256 wOBA over a 125-batter sample against left-handed hitters, has struggled in that area this spring. He was also charged with all four runs in Colorado's ninth-inning comeback Tuesday, a rally kick-started by a two-run home run by left-handed hitting Anthony Bemboom. "He's had a tough spring. especially to left-handers," Manager Bob Melvin acknowledged. "We expect him to get the left-handers out, and not only have they been hitting him, they've been doing some damage too. So he's gotta tighten that up a little bit."
Feb 21 2017Coulombe, who posted a 3-1 record over 35 appearances for the A's last season, is a candidate for the final bullpen spot and has looked impressive thus far this spring, Joe Stiglich of CSN Bay Area reports.The 27-year-old southpaw's handedness could be pivotal to him securing a bullpen spot in 2017, as Sean Doolittle is the only other lefty currently projected among Oakland's top six relievers. Despite not wielding an elite fastball, Coulombe flashed some impressive strikeout ability last season, generating a 10.20 K/9 on the strength of 54 whiffs over 47.2 innings. Manager Bob Melvin has already singled out Coulombe for praise in early workouts.
Jul 19 2016Coulombe was recalled by the Athletics on Tuesday.Coulombe is one of two pitchers being recalled Tuesday alongside Dillon Overton with Andrew Triggs landing on the disabled list and Tyler Ladendorf being optioned to Triple-A. The left-handed Coulombe owns a 4.50 ERA across 13 relief outings with the A's this season.
Jun 30 2016Coulombe was recalled from Triple-A Nashville on ThursdayThe A's freed up two roster spots Thursday by placing Sean Doolittle on the DL and optioning Zach Neal to Triple-A. Coulombe and Andrew Triggs will come up from Nashville to fill out the roster, with Coulombe rejoining the team after being optioned just over a week ago. In 10 appearances for the A's on the year, Coulombe has allowed 13 hits and seven earned runs, while striking out 9, over 13.2 total innings.
Jun 21 2016Coulombe was optioned to Triple-A Nashville on Tuesday.Coulombe didn't impress since his recall on June 4, giving up homers in three of his seven appearances while posting a 4.50 ERA and 1.38 WHIP. He'll head back to Triple-A Nashville now where he's given up only one earned run over 20 innings. In a corresponding roster move, the A's called up speedy second baseman, Arismendy Alcantara.
Jun 4 2016Coulombe was recalled from Triple-A Nashville on Saturday.Coulombe has bounced back and forth from Nashville to Oakland a couple of times already this season, most recently for three days in late May. He has appeared in three games with the A's in 2016, allowing three earned runs during 5.2 innings of work. The 26-year-old has excelled at the Triple-A level, with a 0.45 ERA and a 29:3 strikeout to walk ratio. In accordance with this move, the A's optioned Andrew Triggs to Nashville.
May 25 2016Coulombe was optioned to Triple-A Nashville on Wednesday.The lefty reliever had a rocky first outing with the A's, but he settled down over his next two appearances, throwing 3.2 scoreless innings with three strikeouts and no walks. However, with Jed Lowrie and Zach Neal coming back to the big league club Wednesday, Coulombe's spot on the roster was in jeopardy to begin with. He'll head back to Triple-A Nashville, where he figures to continue to work out of the bullpen.
May 22 2016Coulombe was recalled from Triple-A Nashville on Sunday.Coulombe will serve as the temporary replacement for starter Sonny Gray, who was placed on the DL Sunday due to a strained right trapezius muscle. The lefty reliever saw two innings earlier in the year, but was later sent back to Triple-A, where he owns a 0.56 ERA over 16 frames. Coulombe will provide bullpen depth in the short term, but his roster spot may be at risk once the A's decide on Gray's replacement in the rotation.
May 11 2016Coulombe was optioned to Triple-A Nashville on Wednesday, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.Coulombe had his contract selected by the A's on Tuesday, and he'll now head back to Triple-A after throwing two innings in Tuesday's 13-5 loss to Boston. Coulombe allowed three hits and three earned runs in his only major league appearance of the season. In a corresponding move, the A's recalled Eric Surkamp from Nashville.
May 10 2016Coulombe had his contract selected by Oakland on Tuesday.Coulombe began the season at Triple-A and was off of the 40-man roster, but he'll now be added to the roster while making his first trip up to the big leagues this season. The move comes on the heels of the A's sending Liam Hendriks (arm) to the DL and optioning J.B. Wendelken to Triple-A on Tuesday. Coulombe has fared well at Triple-A this season, appearing in 11 games and allowing just one earned run on six hits (14.0 innings).
Dec 2 2015Coulombe was outrighted to Triple-A Nashville on Wednesday, CSN Bay Area reports.He lost his 40-man roster spot when the team acquired Jed Lowrie from the Astros last week, but Coulombe will remain in the organization after passing through waivers unclaimed. The left-hander was traded from the Dodgers to Oakland in September and ended up making nine appearances for the big club over the final month.
Sep 10 2015Coulombe was traded to the Athletics on Thursday.Coulombe will give the club some added organizational bullpen depth, pitching most of the season at Triple-A Oklahoma City before a brief stint with the Dodgers that went poorly. It's unclear exactly what the club plans to do with him, but he will be a member of the 40-man roster at the very least.
Sep 6 2015Coulombe was designated for assignment by the Dodgers on Sunday.Coulombe struggled in his short stint with Dodgers, posting a 7.56 ERA and 1.80 WHIP over 8.1 innnings in five outings. He wasn't spectacular at Triple-A Oklahoma City either, and will lose his spot on the 40-man roster as a result.
Jul 5 2015Coulombe was recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City on Sunday, MLB.com's Ken Gurnick reports.Coulombe will give the Dodgers an extra arm in relief, taking the roster spot of Carlos Frias (back) who was placed on the DL in a corresponding move. The lefty reliever hasn't been particularly effective during four prior appearances in the majors this season, giving up six earned runs over 6.1 innings. His time with the Dodgers will likely be short-lived once again.
Jun 22 2015Coulombe was optioned back to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Monday, Dylan Hernandez of the LA Times reports.Coulombe has been recalled four separate times already this season, and he'll head back to Triple-A after spending just four days with the Dodgers during this most recent stint. Coulombe allowed two earned runs in Friday's loss to the Giants and one earned run on two hits in a win Sunday.
Jun 18 2015Coulombe was recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City on Thursday, David Vassegh of 570 AM LA Sports reports.Coulombe will provide the Dodgers with another left-handed option out of the bullpen after spending just over the minimum of 10 days in the minors. The 25-year-old made just two appearances with the Dodgers, but allowed three earned runs on three hits and three walks in 3.1 innings. He did manage four strikeouts, but figures to serve almost exclusively in middle relief.
Jun 5 2015Coulombe was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Friday.Coulombe has been up and down between Triple-A and the majors in the past couple weeks, but his most recent appearance against the Cardinals (two runs in 2.1 innings) left much to be desired. That being said, the 25-year-old has shown promise at Oklahoma City and could get another opportunity in the majors soon.
Jun 2 2015Coulombe was recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City on Tuesday.The 25-year-old lefty has been outstanding in 13 appearances with Oklahoma City this season, allowing two earned runs in 15.2 innings (1.15 ERA) with an 18:4 K:BB. Coulombe has, however, posted a reverse platoon split, and the Dodgers have several other lefty options, so he will likely be used primarily in middle relief with Los Angeles.
May 14 2015Coulombe was recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City on Thursday.With Pedro Baez (chest) being placed on the 15-day disabled list, the Dodgers have an open spot in their bullpen. However, Kenley Jansen (foot) is expected to return this weekend, so Coulombe's stay in the majors may be brief. The lefty has been impressive for Triple-A Oklahoma City this season, posting a 1.59 ERA, 2.18 FIP, 12.7 K/9 and 3.2 BB/9 over 11.1 innings.
May 6 2015Coulombe was optioned back to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Wednesday.The Dodgers recalled Joe Wieland from Triple-A to start Wednesday's game, so Coulombe will be sent back down to clear a roster spot. Coulombe appeared in Tuesday's win over the Brewers, allowing one run on one hit in 1.0 inning.
May 4 2015Coulombe has been recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City, MLB.com's Ken Gurnick reports.Coulombe has struck out 16 batters over 10.1 innings of work at Triple-A Oklahoma City this season. He will add depth to the Dodgers' bullpen, but it's unlikely that he'll be used in high leverage situations at this point.
Mar 23 2015Coulombe was optioned to the minors on Monday, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports.Coulombe nearly made the Dodgers' roster but he'll start the season in the minors and will more than likely get called-up at a later point in the season. Last season he spent the majority of the year in High-A before making 18 appearances at Double-A and finishing up with five September appearances in Los Angeles for the Dodgers.
Sep 16 2014Coulombe had his contract purchased Tuesday from Double-A Chattanooga, SB Nation's Eric Stephen reports.The 24-year-old will get his first taste of the big leagues after posting a 2.89 ERA with six saves in 49 games across three minor-league levels in 2014. During that span, Coulombe registered 92 strikeouts and 27 walks in 65.1 innings. Despite his minor league dominance, he'll likely see minimal action down the stretch.