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Pittsburgh Pirates Place All-Star Closer Jason Grilli on DL With Right Forearm Strain [VIDEO]; Mark Melancon Expected To Assume Closer Role

The Pittsburgh Pirates announced Tuesday that they have placed All-Star closer Jason Grilli on the 15-day disabled list with a right forearm strain.Grilli, who leads the National League with 30 saves this season, grimaced in pain and walked off the mound after throwing a pitch to Washington Nationals infielder Steve Lombardozzi on Monday night. After the pitch, he called to the dugout for manager Clint Hurdle and the trainer to come out.