Los Angeles Dodgers notes: 7th, 8th innings have become a ‘free-for-all’ for relievers

ATLANTA >> Brandon League is acutely aware of the biggest difference between being a closer and a middle reliever. In his case it's not the money; the Dodgers are paying League like a closer ($7.5 million this season alone) without asking him to close. It's the job description. The Dodgers' middle relievers don't have one -- beyond waiting for the bullpen phone to ring and getting outs on a moment's notice.