Henry Owens new Marlins closer.

[Rounders]

He had pitched 2 days before - but 7 days before that. I understand that you have to keep him sharp - but to only give him one day off then bring him back in garbage time - i guess i don't understand that one. What if they have a Save Op tonite? He's now pitched twice in 3 days (46 pitches), would they bring him back for 3 times in 4 days? It is Washington after all, so they're definately playing a team they can beat finally.

[pokerplaya]

He had pitched 2 days before - but 7 days before that. I understand that you have to keep him sharp - but to only give him one day off then bring him back in garbage time - i guess i don't understand that one. What if they have a Save Op tonite? He's now pitched twice in 3 days (46 pitches), would they bring him back for 3 times in 4 days? It is Washington after all, so they're definately playing a team they can beat finally.

It certainly was a questionable move.

But speaking as someone who watched the game, and saw how he pitched, he didn't look too bad. He was facing a Mets lineup that is absolutely on fire right now. And Tankersley didn't look that great either, so there is no reason to worry at this point.

[ultrazero]

Is this official? I can't find an official word anywhere.


That quote from Rotoworld really doesn't tell me he's the closer yet. It's just Owens saying he wants the job.

[negola_d]

Ahh, love it. Owens named closer. Comes in a non-save situation and gives up a couple runs! He is definitely a closer, he has that mentality

I wouldnt drop Tank just yet. This situation is still a mess.



I could use some help here:
http://www.fantasybaseballcafe.com/foru ... hp?p=22205

[KasT]

This guy seems to think Owens is the real deal.

http://weebro.blogspot.com/2007/04/owen ... orida.html

[pgmer123]

[quote="KasT"]This guy seems to think Owens is the real deal.

http://weebro.blogspot.com/2007/04/owen ... orida.html[/quote]


Look at his minor league stats. He closed multiple games in the minors and had good ratios. I like him. His breaking stuff hangs a little bit from time to time. That is the only thing that concerns me.

[negola_d]

Look at his minor league stats. He closed multiple games in the minors and had good ratios. I like him. His breaking stuff hangs a little bit from time to time. That is the only thing that concerns me.

Owens 2006 minor league stats are great.
Binghamton Mets-AA
Saves 20
IP 40.0
ERA 1.58
Hits 19
Walks 10
Ks 74 !!!
HR 1


I could use some help here:
http://www.fantasybaseballcafe.com/foru ... hp?p=22205

[LouSluggers]

He got the hook, but it was one bad outing. how long does he last?

[pgmer123]

He looked nervous and was pulled before he could save the game. Even his two outs were fly balls to center. I hate when managers warm up pitchers after there closer gives up a hit. It shows he has zero confidence in owens. As a owens owner I am concerned

[Young 8]

5 bb / 4 k in 11.2 ip surely don't help