The new closers
Twins manager Ron Gardenhire stated that the club will start the season with closer-by-committee approach in the bullpen. He named Matt Guerrier, Jon Rauch, Jesse Crain and Jose Morales as potential members of the group. The closer de jour will be selected after looking at availability, matchup and who is hot at particular moment.
The bullpen has a huge hole after the loss of All-Star closer Joe Nathan and Gardenhire hopes that one of the committee members steps up and becomes the everyday closer, but that may take some time to sort out. Gardenhire made it clear, though, that Francisco Liriano is not being considered for the role as he is the leading candidate for the fifth starting role.
“It’s going to be an experience trying to mix and match as best we can. But I’ve got some capable arms that we’re going to rely on,” said Gardenhire about the decision.
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