The Cleveland Indians have added more depth to their already strong bullpen, in signing Japanese free agent closer Masahide Kobayashi. Both parties have agreed to a $6.25 million, two-year contract. This is a great addition to a Cleveland department that brought them within a game of the World Series this year. Kobayashi, 33, has had at least 20 saves in each of his past seven seasons in Japan, has totaled more than 200 saves in the country's baseball leagues, and should be a strong set-up guy for Indians closer Joe Borowski, for at least an inning.
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
Indians Strengthen Bullpen With Kobayashi
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I hope Kobayashi gives the Indians an extra edge in pitching. Along with Sabathia, Carmona, and Paul Byrd the pitching should be very strong for the Indians this year.
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