Houston Astros Choose Brett Myers As New Closer
Published: 28th Feb 12 11:36 am
Dennis Wierzbicki-US PRESSWIRE
The least likely choice is now the Houston Astros new closer.
Houston’s starting pitcher on opening day last season, Brett Myers, will be the Astros closer this year.
Manager Brad Mills announced the move Tuesday.
Myers, 31, started 34 games last season and went 7-14 with a 4.46 ERA.
Myers has been used primarily as a starter throughout his 10 year career. The exception was in 2007, when he saved 21 of 24 opportunities for the Philadelphia Phillies.
This should work out fine for the Astros as Myers has experience in the closer spot.
What happens when Brandon Lyons is healthy though?
Do they move Myers back to the rotation or use Lyons as the setup man?
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