Manager Torey Lovullo said Hirano will primarily pitch in the seventh or eighth inning, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hirano was battling Brad Boxberger and Archie Bradley for the team's closer gig, but Lovullo ultimately opted to go with Boxberger, leaving Hirano and Bradley to fill setup roles. The 33-year-old doesn't miss many bats, so his fantasy value will be limited in a setup role. He does have experience closing in Japan, so if Boxberger falters at all, there's a chance Hirano could step into the ninth inning.