Who is the Tampa Bay Closer?

steve · Post by **steve** » Sun Apr 01, 2007 5:24 pm

Al Reyes on the Devil Rays

What an approriate name?

mdz129 · Post by **mdz129** » Mon Apr 02, 2007 3:20 am

Al Reyes for at least the next 5 hrs, then Juan Salas for the next 161 games.

steve · Post by **steve** » Mon Apr 02, 2007 10:41 am

salas 2er 1 inning today way to go!

Vander · Post by **Vander** » Mon Apr 02, 2007 11:27 am

Stokes didn't exactly distiguish himself either. D-Rays offense looks ok. Pitching could get real ugly. When will they address this as a team? They s/b be ashamed of going into a season with this bullpen. Not to mention their starting staff. Dukes had a nice first day. I've got it, how bout trading an outfielder for a pitcher. Hmmm, maybe they haven't thought of that.

kgrady · Post by **kgrady** » Tue Apr 03, 2007 2:09 am

If not an outfielder, how about trading Jorge Cantu for a pitcher?

Brilee's Brigade · Post by **Brilee's Brigade** » Tue Apr 03, 2007 4:09 am

How about the Rays calling Colorado. They could use a 2nd basemann and have some middle relief to trade.

Vander · Post by **Vander** » Tue Apr 03, 2007 4:47 am

I think Tampa should call any team that has a pitcher with either a right or left arm still attached.

SplendidSplinter · Post by **SplendidSplinter** » Tue Apr 03, 2007 11:43 am

A little early to jump off the Juan Salas bandwagon, I think. There isn't an arm available in trade with his stuff. He threw 48.1 scoreless innings between AA and AAA to start last season. Who does that?

Also, Dear Maddon:

No matter how much man-love you have for Salas, how on earth do you bring him into a 7-6 game with a runner on second to face two future Hall-of-Famers, plus Abreu? Anyone who receives demerits for not acing that assignment needs a new manager. Also, please maintain said man-love for said player.

[ April 03, 2007, 05:44 PM: Message edited by: SplendidSplinter ]

headhunters · Post by **headhunters** » Wed Apr 04, 2007 3:26 am

this actually appears too easy- so it won't happen: florida imho has one of the best front offices in baseball- along with the braves and whitesox. sox and braves go out and get guys to pitch the 7, 8th. florida has developed 4 in house. they need a center fielder. trade 2 of their good young set up guys for baldelli. one would be closer, one 8th inning guy. just seems too easy.

steve · Post by **steve** » Thu Apr 05, 2007 4:10 pm

Al Reyes save #1 for rays,, 1-2-3 save, but threw too many balls to each batter

Dirt Dogs · Post by **Dirt Dogs** » Fri Apr 06, 2007 5:23 am

Originally posted by steve:

Al Reyes save #1 for rays,, 1-2-3 save, but threw too many balls to each batter Too many balls??? you crazy! he was locating, down in the zone and painting corners. He had a one run lead and wasnt going to give up the game tying HR. I think he pitched great on a big stage like Yankee Stadium!

CC's Desperados · Post by **CC's Desperados** » Fri Apr 06, 2007 9:26 am

Originally posted by Dirt Dogs:

quote:Originally posted by steve:

Al Reyes save #1 for rays,, 1-2-3 save, but threw too many balls to each batter Too many balls??? you crazy! he was locating, down in the zone and painting corners. He had a one run lead and wasnt going to give up the game tying HR. I think he pitched great on a big stage like Yankee Stadium! [/QUOTE]Just remember one thing....89 MPH!! You are dreaming if you think he keeps the job all year.

nydownunder · Post by **nydownunder** » Sat Apr 07, 2007 1:54 am

Originally posted by headhunters:

this actually appears too easy- so it won't happen: florida imho has one of the best front offices in baseball- along with the braves and whitesox. sox and braves go out and get guys to pitch the 7, 8th. florida has developed 4 in house. they need a center fielder. trade 2 of their good young set up guys for baldelli. one would be closer, one 8th inning guy. just seems too easy. If they were one of the best front offices in baseball they wouldn't have the problem they have in CF right now.

However, I do see some rationale, but think it will cost more than 2 RP's will little to no MLB experience. I think TB could get more for Baldelli. I think a quality SP, which FLA has plenty of, would seal such a deal.

nydownunder · Post by **nydownunder** » Sat Apr 07, 2007 1:55 am

I agree with CC about Salas taking over fairly soon. I was gobsmacked to see Reyes only throwing 89mph the other night. Granted he did have good movement.