tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post1706539202591408292..comments2024-02-15T05:42:18.307-05:00Comments on Nats Insider: Who closes if Storen isn't ready?Mark Zuckermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13525315258889435961noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-73858407630410293022012-03-25T15:09:31.178-04:002012-03-25T15:09:31.178-04:00What is the possibility that flores picks up a 1st...What is the possibility that flores picks up a 1st basemens mitt? some pop comes out of his lumberAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-88968049732298690382012-03-25T10:05:07.209-04:002012-03-25T10:05:07.209-04:00It's been stated by NatsInsiders here, on this...It's been stated by NatsInsiders here, on this post, as well as previous ones, that the set-up role is probably more important than the closer's role. Lots of sabermetrics to support it too!<br /><br />Clip is our man to set it up. If the Nats didn't have him they would do well to find someone as effective as him. I'm all in on what Davey is thinking. <br /><br />Fortunately, this team has a lot of BP guys that can be mixed and matched. HRod and Lidge would seem to be able to do the deal wherever you put them.<br /><br />Rizzo has done good job on bringing this BP together.<br /><br />When Tinkerbell is totally healthy, the BP will be even stronger!<br /><br />Now lets score some runs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Docnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-56167708509956533822012-03-24T22:19:22.755-04:002012-03-24T22:19:22.755-04:00I think this is a no brainer. You give the ball t...I think this is a no brainer. You give the ball to HRod and give him a little rope. This guy has unbelievable stuff. Everyone talks about his 98-100 mph heater, but his curve is just totally lights out also. Yes, strikes is a problem sometimes, but you have to break eggs to make an omeletteBig Catnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-2456333278670555112012-03-24T16:21:53.045-04:002012-03-24T16:21:53.045-04:00I also agree with Davey. Clip is too valuable as ...I also agree with Davey. Clip is too valuable as the set up man. I've no doubt that Clip could handle the closer role, but I think that would weaken our bull pen. In Clip's case I think he should be paid like a closer. He's that valuable in his setup role.SonnyG10https://www.blogger.com/profile/06568010128457246433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-60171968354261975592012-03-24T12:45:36.854-04:002012-03-24T12:45:36.854-04:00I'm also with DJ on this. HIs comment about n...I'm also with DJ on this. HIs comment about not creating a problem with two positions resonates with me. Moreover, since Clip does covet a closer's role, it could create more of a medium-term issue if Davey tried out Clip as the closer now, in terms of diverting Clip from focusing on his superb role as set-up.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-26053797221507797862012-03-24T12:44:27.866-04:002012-03-24T12:44:27.866-04:00Bummer for the O's crew....Bummer for the O's crew....kirbynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-66330861507479532992012-03-24T12:37:28.798-04:002012-03-24T12:37:28.798-04:00I am on Davey's side on this one. Yes, Clippar...I am on Davey's side on this one. Yes, Clippard is amazing in his role and maybe would flourish in the closer role but maybe not. There is really something to be said about someone who can come in with men on and extinguish a rally and no one does that better than Clippard.<br /><br />My only question might be, what does Clippard think about it. If he has aspirations of becoming a closer then he probably should get a shot. I am guessing closers make more money then set-up guys. At least Davey is putting it out there and there is a line of communication so that nothing is hazy.sjm308https://www.blogger.com/profile/01236550495879254916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-44310037851847838682012-03-24T12:36:36.781-04:002012-03-24T12:36:36.781-04:00Smart decision to keep Clip where he is. The setu...Smart decision to keep Clip where he is. The setup role often involves higher leverage situations than the closer role, and Clip is certainly more dependable than HRod.HHovernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-9518875535954330352012-03-24T12:24:48.555-04:002012-03-24T12:24:48.555-04:00which is why I'm listening to C & D on the...which is why I'm listening to C & D on the radio.Original Nats Fannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-73751972820837327812012-03-24T12:21:10.732-04:002012-03-24T12:21:10.732-04:00@kirby: Orioles announcing crew only.@kirby: Orioles announcing crew only.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-88729111491300246302012-03-24T12:17:17.743-04:002012-03-24T12:17:17.743-04:00Kinda shocks me he won't let Clip give it a sh...Kinda shocks me he won't let Clip give it a shot. But my last concern is the bullpen.<br /><br />Game on MASN today, will we get a joint announce crew against the O's like normal?kirbynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-24434590088779161512012-03-24T12:16:40.755-04:002012-03-24T12:16:40.755-04:00Well both HRod and Lidge are better than what many...Well both HRod and Lidge are better than what many teams are throwing out there *cough orioles cough*. I'm guessing KC, Oakland, Baltimore, and at least a half dozen other teams don't have as strong a set as candidates for their primary closer as the Nats have for their backups. <br /><br />... the sun is shining somewhere.whatsanattaunoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-31585180321075432332012-03-24T12:14:13.602-04:002012-03-24T12:14:13.602-04:00If Johnson insists upon keeping Clippard in the se...If Johnson insists upon keeping Clippard in the set up role (which I'm not totally sure makes sense), then it has to be Lidge.<br /><br />However, I'd probably like to see DJ use a situational closer. For example, if we're playing the Phillies and up two runs with Rollins, Victorino, Utley and Howard coming up (all of whom can bat from the left side), then use Clippard (who's very good against lefies). But if it's right handed heavy, then opt for Lidge or HRod.Willnoreply@blogger.com