Indians Looking For Closer?

by Eli Greenspan on Sep 18, 2008 5:01 PM EDT

The Indians primary goal this offseason will be to find a top of the line closer. While some have said they would be interested in Angels closer Francisco Rodriguez, he is probably out of their price range. The Indians would be better off going after someone like Brian Fuentes or Brandon Lyon. Both are solid closers with experience who would really bring up that bullpen. According to a source, the Indians will look to Orlando Hudson or Mark Ellis as options next season. However, it is possible they could look to make a trade for Robinson Cano, or a less player like Mike Fontenot.

Indians GM Mark Shapiro has put together a strong minor league system, but he needs to make some big moves this off season or else his job may be in question.

Tweet Comment 1 comment | 0 recs |

Do you like this story?

Comments

you know Eli, I think a better choice for the Indians to go after Garrett Atkins than a Mark Ellis or Orlando Hudson. Atkins can play 3rd base for them for two more years or if Wes Hodges is ready in the middle of next season, they can move Atkins to 1st base. I like Ellis, but I think the Indians need a guy that can give them 25-35 HRs just in case Hafner's shoulder isn't ready in April.

by KevinGillman on Sep 19, 2008 1:15 AM EDT reply actions