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Article: SPOTLIGHT: Bullpens
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- January 21, 2005
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ANGELS RHP Francisco Rodriguez, the new closer, needs to become more efficient by letting his defense work for him and not trying to strike out everybody. RHPs Brendan Donnelly and Scot Shields will shift into setup roles and help form a solid group that throws hard but can use finesse when necessary. ATHLETICS The team expects RHP Octavio Dotel to be more comfortable in his second season as closer. If Dotel falters early, rookie RHP Huston Street could get a shot. BLUE JAYS With no top-flight closer, RHPs Justin Speier and Jason Frasor likely will share the job. Frasor's effectiveness wavered as last season progressed; Speier finished strong but has converted just 17 saves in 30 career ...
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