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Ryan Cook | Relief Pitcher

Team: Oakland Athletics
Age / DOB:  (25) / 6/30/1987
Ht / Wt:  6'2' / 217
Bats / Throws: Right / Right
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Ryan Cook earned his first save of the season on Sunday against the Royals.
With both Grant Balfour and Sean Doolittle unavailable, Cook came out to close the ninth inning and nearly allowed the Royals back in the game with consecutive two-out singles before he managed to get out of it. Balfour has converted his last 26 saves, so he isn't in danger of losing his job. May 19 - 7:52 PM

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Ryan Cook - R - Athletics

A's manager Bob Melvin said Saturday that Ryan Cook's next two appearances will not be save chances.

Melvin made sure to state that Cook has not lost the ninth-inning job. Rather, Melvin wants the young right-hander to get a couple clean innings in less high-pressure situations. Look for Grant Balfour to handle save opportunities in the immediate future for Oakland. He's a decent add in mixed fantasy leagues.
Related: Grant Balfour
Source: Susan Slusser on Twitter
Sat, Aug 11, 2012 05:29:00 PM
Ryan Cook - R - Athletics

Ryan Cook recorded his 12th save despite giving up two runs in the ninth Wednesday against the Angels.

It's probably time the A's to go back to Grant Balfour in the closer's role. Cook managed to finish off the Angels tonight, but it's the sixth time in eight appearances that he's given up at least one run. He's blown four saves during that span.
Wed, Aug 8, 2012 07:29:00 PM
Ryan Cook - R - Athletics

Athletics manager Bob Melvin failed to give Ryan Cook a vote of confidence when asked about his closer situation Sunday, saying "we'll continue to monitor that."

Cook has blown four of his last six save chances and has watched his ERA go from 1.34 to 2.47 over his last seven appearances. He's still probably the team's best option for the role, but it might not be a bad idea to give him a breather. Grant Balfour would figure to be used in the ninth inning if Melvin makes a change.
Related: Grant Balfour
Source: Joe Stiglich on Twitter
Sun, Aug 5, 2012 02:50:00 PM
Ryan Cook - R - Athletics

Ryan Cook blew his fourth save in his last six chances on Saturday against the Blue Jays, allowing a solo home run to David Cooper in the ninth inning.

Cook was called upon to pitch for a third consecutive game, and was unable to preserve a critical lead for the A’s. The only other time he pitched three straight games this season, he also blew a save opportunity. Given Cook's recent struggles, it wouldn’t be shocking to see Grant Balfour get another opportunity in the stopper role.
Related: Grant Balfour
Sat, Aug 4, 2012 07:49:00 PM
Ryan Cook - R - Athletics

Ryan Cook gave up a three-run homer to Toronto's Jeff Mathis in the ninth inning Friday to blow a save in Dan Straily's major league debut.

Ugly. Cook has now blown three of his last four save chances, but since the previous two blown saves came in games the A's went on to win, they were quickly forgotten. The A's went on to win this one, too. Cook's job as Oakland's closer likely remains safe for now, but one more misstep could cause Bob Melvin to go back to a committee in the ninth.
Sat, Aug 4, 2012 01:12:00 AM
Ryan Cook - R - Athletics

Ryan Cook was among the 2012 All-Star selections for the American League.

Cook has had a terrific year, but he certainly didn't deserve to go ahead of starters like Yu Darvish and Jake Peavy, who will have a shot to get in via the Final Vote. Also on the AL squad alongside Cook will be Matt Harrison, Felix Hernandez, Justin Verlander, CC Sabathia, C.J. Wilson, Jered Weaver, Chris Sale, David Price, Joe Nathan, Jim Johnson, Chris Perez and Fernando Rodney.
Sun, Jul 1, 2012 02:16:00 PM
Ryan Cook - R - Athletics

Ryan Cook bounced back from Friday's blown save to pitch a hitless ninth in a 1-0 game Monday against the Mariners.

Cook picked up his fifth save. His ERA jumped from 0.57 to 1.71 when he gave up four runs in Friday's loss, but he's still having one heck of a year.
Tue, Jun 26, 2012 12:50:00 AM
Ryan Cook - R - Athletics

Ryan Cook blew a 3-1 lead by giving up four runs in the ninth Friday against the Giants.

The A's were putting together a nice little run with some excellent pitching before things came crashing down on Cook tonight. He brought a 0.57 ERA into the game and ended it with a 1.71 mark after failing to retire any of the four batters he faced. Expect him to remain Oakland's closer unless he fails to bounce back next time out.
Sat, Jun 23, 2012 01:54:00 AM
Ryan Cook - R - Athletics

Ryan Cook notched his fourth save on Tuesday by hurling a scoreless ninth against the Dodgers.

Cook has been outstanding since taking over as the Athletics' closer, allowing just two hits and two walks over 4 2/3 scoreless innings while striking out seven. The must-own closer has pushed his ERA down to 0.59 to go with a 0.85 WHIP.
Wed, Jun 20, 2012 01:23:00 AM
Ryan Cook - R - Athletics

Ryan Cook notched his third save of the week on Saturday afternoon, retiring the Padres in order.

Cook has been outstanding since taking over for as the Athletics' closer, allowing just two hits and one walk over three scoreless innings while striking out four. He's now done enough to solidify himself in that role and should be owned and started in all fantasy leagues going forward.
Sat, Jun 16, 2012 07:42:00 PM
Ryan Cook - R - Athletics

Ryan Cook earned his first career save by protecting a three-run lead Tuesday against the Rockies.

It wasn't easy. Cook put two runners on to start the inning before striking out two in a row and inducing a game-ending fielder's choice from Todd Helton. Grant Balfour tossed a pair of perfect innings to set up Cook, while Brian Fuentes was nowhere to be seen. A's manager Bob Melvin said over that weekend that he'd employ a closer-by-committee going forward, but Cook looks like the best bet to lead Oakland in saves for the rest of the season. The 24-year-old right-hander, acquired over the winter along with Jarrod Parker and Collin Cowgill from the Diamondbacks, has a 0.67 ERA and 0.89 WHIP on the season.
Tue, Jun 12, 2012 11:54:00 PM
Ryan Cook - R - Athletics

A's manager Bob Melvin said Saturday that he'll use Ryan Cook, Grant Balfour and Brian Fuentes in save situations depending on matchups and availability.

Not a complete surprise, as Fuentes has been pretty ineffective in recent weeks. Cook is probably the best reliever in the A's bullpen, boasting an 0.69 ERA, 0.84 WHIP and 25 strikeouts in 26 innings this season. He looks like the strongest long-term option at closer for Oakland and should be scooped up immediately in all fantasy leagues.
Source: Susan Slusser on Twitter
Sat, Jun 9, 2012 11:30:00 PM
Ryan Cook - R - Athletics

Ryan Cook's scoreless streak came to an end Monday after he gave up two runs over one inning in a loss to the Twins.

It was bound to happen eventually. Cook entered Monday's outing with 23 scoreless innings to start the season, but he gave up an RBI double to Justin Morneau and a sacrifice fly to Ryan Doumit in the bottom of the eighth to put the Twins in position for an eventual 5-4 win. The 24-year-old right-hander has emerged as a trusted late-inning reliever for A's manager Bob Melvin and should have no problem bouncing back.
Mon, May 28, 2012 06:21:00 PM
Ryan Cook - R - Athletics

Ryan Cook tore the nail on his right middle finger during Thursday's game.

Cook was examined by a team trainer, but stayed in the game and earned his first major league victory. While it was clearly painful, it doesn't sound like a long-term concern. The 24-year-old right-hander has an 18/10 K/BB ratio over 19 2/3 scoreless innings this season and could eventually be in line for save chances.
Source: Joe Stiglich on Twitter
Thu, May 17, 2012 06:03:00 PM

Depth Charts

Batters
PosRoleName
C1John Jaso
2Derek Norris
1B1Brandon Moss
2Nate Freiman
3Daric Barton
2B1Eric Sogard
2Adam Rosales
3Scott Sizemore
SS1Jed Lowrie
2Hiroyuki Nakajima
3B1Josh Donaldson
LF1Yoenis Cespedes
CF1Coco Crisp
2Chris Young
RF1Josh Reddick
DH1Seth Smith
Starting Pitcher
PosRoleName
S1Brett Anderson
2Jarrod Parker
3Tommy Milone
4Bartolo Colon
5A.J. Griffin
Relief Pitcher
PosRoleName
R1Grant Balfour
2Ryan Cook
3Sean Doolittle
4Jerry Blevins
5Pat Neshek
6Jesse Chavez
7Hideki Okajima
8Fernando Rodriguez