The bullpen may be the biggest group of unsung heroes in recent years for the Rangers.
They haven’t had any big flashy names, but for the most part they have kept games close, and have been able to close them out when given the chance.
When considering the 2010 bullpen for the Rangers it is easiest to start with the givens.
Frank Francisco will be the closer this year. As for the future, who knows? He is an adequate closer, and should build on last year. Coming back from surgery he sometimes got tired and had to take additional rest, but that should all be behind him now.
He had flashes of his earlier brilliance last year, but never really pushed himself over the top. This is his year to not only secure his spot as a closer for the Rangers, but show other teams what he can do should ...
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Texas Rangers Spring Training Preview, Part Three of Five: Relief Pitching
Posted: 13th March 2010 by David Lynn in MLBComments Off on Texas Rangers Spring Training Preview, Part Three of Five: Relief Pitching