2007-03-11 00:59:23 · 15 answers · asked by Jake B 2 in Sports ➔ Baseball
The closer job is between Mike Timlin and Joel Pinero. But, Mike Timlin is more likely to get the job. The setup men are Craig Hansen and Manny Delcarmen. Joel Pinero is more likely to be a LRP.
2007-03-11 04:41:55 · answer #1 · answered by Jake 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are going to try Joel Pineiro out in the role first but I am sure he will lose the job because quite simply he isn't that good. Next in line would be Mike Timlin but personally I think Timlin is better suited as a set-up man than a closer. Ultimately what the Red Sox would prefer happens is that Craig Hansen a 3rd year player who they drafted to be their closer of the future steps into the role. But if all else fails don't be surprised to see Papelbon back in the role.
2007-03-11 09:14:27 · answer #2 · answered by TheSchwabJr. 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mike Timlin is the most likely candidate to be the new closer, even though he has had a minor set-back this spring. Other pitchers in the picture are:
Joel Pinero
Brendan Donnelly
Craig Hansen, and
Julian Tavarez could end up being the closer.
They also have J.C. Romero and not many people are talking about him right now so watch for that.
2007-03-11 09:35:28 · answer #3 · answered by Brett S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Timlin if hes healthy without a doubt. Red Sox wont be relying on their closer this season. They will slug it out.
2007-03-11 11:28:03 · answer #4 · answered by jasonpickles 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It looked like it was going to be perennial veteran and former Blue Jay closer Mike Timlin, but it appears he's on the shelf with an injury.
People kept saying it was going to be Joel Pineiro, but he was roughed up already.
At this point it's a guessing game, but I have a hunch it's going to be either Donnelly or Tavarez.
2007-03-11 09:05:13 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Joel Pinerio
2007-03-11 11:15:57 · answer #6 · answered by Canes & Bruins 09-10 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they will decide between Joel Piniero, Brendan Donnelly, Julian Tavarez, and Mike Timlin. I hope Donnelly wins, becasue Timlin gets hurt too much, Piniero sucks, and Tavarez is too up and down.
2007-03-11 10:08:00 · answer #7 · answered by crime.dog738 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
newscasters think it's going to be Mike Timlin but unofficialy the roster is set up with Joel Piniero as their closer.
2007-03-11 09:52:46 · answer #8 · answered by J P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They r bringin in a guy--- Joel Pinero
THey also Have:
Craig Hansen
Mike Timlin
Who knows? Maybe Papelbon will get back in there at the end of games.
2007-03-11 09:12:42 · answer #9 · answered by Ellen B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Joel Pineiro, Papelbon moved to starter
2007-03-11 10:58:31 · answer #10 · answered by jaque strap 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋