This post took me a while to write, because I have mixed emotions on Fernando Rodney. On one hand, you look at the guy who had 37 saves out of 38 attempts. It has to be considered that Rodney will be in Anaheim to move into that closer role. If Scott Shields is healthy, he should slot right back into the 8th inning, as a setup man. And although Brian Fuentes as a closer had a league leading 48 saves, he also blew 7 regular season save attempts with one big blown save in the post season. Even if they decide to close by committee, if gives Mike Scioscia options on finishing games. Plus with Fuentes making less appearances will keep his contract from investing the 3rd year option.
But any Detroit fan will tell you that Rodney in non-save situtations has been shakey at best. Fortunately for the Angels he probably won't be put into that position. His ERA is also in the 4.00. But to counter point that, Rodney playing in Anaheim could be a different story. However, if the idea is to put Rodney in a set up position, I definitely question the motives of the Angels Front Office. Allowing lefty Oliver to sign with the Rangers didn't enhance the bullpen. But if Fuentes tries to fill out Oliver's spot, the Angels might have something very special in that bullpen. With Jepsen, Bulger, and probably Rich Thompson, the bullpen could be lights out.
What do you think of Rodney as the Angels closer.
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