One lingering question about the pitching staff is the closer position. The Reds appear to have a solid starting rotation and a solidified bullpen.
Francisco Cordero was the Reds closer for the past four years, and performed admirably for the most part. Cordero notched 150 saves as a member of the Reds, but at the cost of a $46 million contract.
The problem with Cordero is he is beginning to lose his appeal. Cordero turns 37 years old in May, and last season he regressed noticeably. His K/9 rate has dropped consistently, and he doesn’t have the best save percentage when compared to the elite of his position.
There is also the issue of money. Cordero is apparently asking for a multi-year deal; a deal that made the ...
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