Finally the Rangers have made their decision..
"The Rangers named their starting rotation for the start of the season on Thursday, and Neftali Feliz was not a part of it. With Tommy Hunter, Derek Holland and Matt Harrison filling out the spots behind C.J. Wilson and Colby Lewis, Feliz will return to the closer's role that he filled last year (CBS Sports)."
It's the right choice, and not just for my love for Derek Holland, but the Rangers didn't have anyone to close if he moved to the starting rotation, and it's a little late to go out and find some one. I think Feliz has the stuff to be a starter, but until the Rangers commit to that, and start molding someone to take over his closers role he needs to stay where he is. Plus, I hate when teams flip flop guys between the rotation and the bullpen (example Joba/Morrow).
Feliz had wen 40 for 43 in save chances with a 2.73 ERA, and rumor is he has added another pitch to his arsenal. He is probably the best closer in the game, and the Rangers are lucky to have him in whatever role he plays.
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