PLAYING TIME: Chapman returns to closer role, Motte out indefinitely

Reds | Aroldis Chapman to close Updating previous report, the Cincinnati Reds announced Friday, March 22, that SP Aroldis Chapman will be the team's closer.  Source: CBSSports.com - Scott Miller   BHQ take: Chapman established himself as an elite closer in 2012 with 38 saves and 122 K in 72 IP, backed by a 213 BPV and a 2.12 xERA. For the second straight year, the Reds have abandoned off-season plans to have Chapman join the starting rotation. The move seems to indicate the Reds are focused more on winning now than on Chapman's long-term development.   —Tom Kephart   Impact: High Chapman, Aroldis    PT Loss: -5%  SV Gain: 85%


 

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