The Indians announced today that the final spot in the bullpen will be filled by left-hander Zach Jackson. Acquired from the Brewers as part of the CC Sabathia trade, Jackson has been selected probably due to his ability to either start or relieve. His spring training numbers were not too impressive (18 plus innings, 6.87 ERA), but he will serve as an innings eater if one of the starters get pounded for runs in the first few innings, or as a spot starter if rainouts occur early. The loser in the race, right-hander Vinnie Chulk, has been sent to Columbus. Chulk has an opt out clause in his contract that allows him to leave the organization after May 15th if he is not on the major league roster. Chulk compiled a 1.72 ERA in 9 games this spring and will be the first bullpen option out of Triple A. The way Masa Kobayashi has been pitching (10.00 ERA in 9 games), Vinnie shouldn't have to wait very long. Masa will be on a very short leash in 2009. Only one more week to go until opening day, so it looks like the roster is finally set.
Monday, March 30, 2009
Zach Jackson wins last spot in the Pen
The Indians announced today that the final spot in the bullpen will be filled by left-hander Zach Jackson. Acquired from the Brewers as part of the CC Sabathia trade, Jackson has been selected probably due to his ability to either start or relieve. His spring training numbers were not too impressive (18 plus innings, 6.87 ERA), but he will serve as an innings eater if one of the starters get pounded for runs in the first few innings, or as a spot starter if rainouts occur early. The loser in the race, right-hander Vinnie Chulk, has been sent to Columbus. Chulk has an opt out clause in his contract that allows him to leave the organization after May 15th if he is not on the major league roster. Chulk compiled a 1.72 ERA in 9 games this spring and will be the first bullpen option out of Triple A. The way Masa Kobayashi has been pitching (10.00 ERA in 9 games), Vinnie shouldn't have to wait very long. Masa will be on a very short leash in 2009. Only one more week to go until opening day, so it looks like the roster is finally set.
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