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Gonzo back in comfort zone as Braves closer (Article)
Posted: Wed May 2, 2007 2:39 pm
by HMFFL
Posted: Wed May 2, 2007 3:11 pm
by Mardy2Curry
If he does an excellent job while Wick is out do you keep him as the closer? Just what to know what you guys would do? Personally I wouldn't but, what if Gonzo begins to struggle again.
Posted: Wed May 2, 2007 3:19 pm
by HMFFL
I think it needs to be discussed with Wick and how he would feel just being part of the bullpen. The blown saves were due to injury so I wouldn't mind him coming back to take on the closer role. I have faith that both of them can get the job done and I trust Bobby's decision.
Posted: Wed May 2, 2007 4:55 pm
by lpsevier
Gonzo is the long term closer anyway, so why hurt Wickman's confidence the rest of the year buy putting him in a setup role.
I would imagine, as soon as he's ready, Wickman closes again.
Posted: Thu May 3, 2007 5:55 am
by KB 34
I see wickman getting a couple of trial innings after which the decision of who closes is made. The Braves are in a very nice situation as there are 3 closers in the bullpen.
Posted: Thu May 3, 2007 12:09 pm
by lpsevier
Gonzo was freaking money last night. He's really fun to watch.
Posted: Fri May 4, 2007 10:20 pm
by A-Town Connection
Yeah. Hard to have your third best RP be the closer.....Tought call, but i trust Bobby