Ichiba to Close?
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Re: Ichiba to Close?
[ Author: Something Lions | Posted: May 27, 2005 11:14 AM
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He got his very first save, albeit in an unusal format, yesterday. He pitched the last three innings of the blowout win(!) for Rakuten against Chunichi. We'll see how he handles close end of game situations.
NPB teams have a habit of putting failing starters into closing roles mid-season. But then again MLB over-values closers, so I can't say which is better.
NPB teams have a habit of putting failing starters into closing roles mid-season. But then again MLB over-values closers, so I can't say which is better.
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So, what I wondering is, is Rakuten planning on making Ichiba a closer, given his good performance Thursday, and given the hardships of Rakuten pitchers to amass saves?