PT TOMORROW: NL West—2016 bullpen tour
Feb 26 2016
Fernando Rodney (RHP, SD) signed a one-year deal to be the team's closer despite a brutal 4.74 ERA and 1.40 WHIP over 63 innings in 2015. Rodney's 4.05 xERA last season offers little hope for much improvement, which is further reflected by declining Dom, velocity, and a 4.0 Ctl. Rodney's ability to keep the ball on the ground remains one of his last attractive traits, but the 38-year-old's odds of making it through the year with the role aren't great.
Our 2016 projections (shown below) offer a few names to consider should Rodney falter:
Name SV IP ERA WHIP Ctl Dom Cmd GB% BPV MM Code ================= == == ==== ==== === ==== === === === ======== Fernando Rodney 25 58 3.88 1.36...
Almost!
You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!
Already a subscriber? Sign in here
More From PT Tomorrow
Tommy Kahnle converted his first save opportunity and is one to watch in an unsettled pen.
Apr 4 2025 3:06am
Apr 4 2025 3:06am
NL West: Díaz to see regular playing time in SD and early season bullpen usage around the NL West
Apr 3 2025 3:08am
Apr 3 2025 3:08am
How will Richard Fitts be affected by the expected returns of Brayan Bello and Lucas Giolito? Plus, more injury and opening weekend fallout from the AL East.
Apr 2 2025 3:08am
Apr 2 2025 3:08am
With Josh Jung hurt again, does Jake Burger moving back to 3B make the most sense for the Rangers?
Apr 1 2025 3:09am
Apr 1 2025 3:09am
And where could the Pirates turn for saves if their late inning relievers continue to struggle?
Mar 29 2025 3:07am
Mar 29 2025 3:07am
