PLAYING TIME: Mets sign Lyon, though Francisco still the closer

This week, BaseballHQ.com debuts our new Playing Time Today column, with an assist from partner KFFL.com. Each selected news item that requires an adjustment to our playing time projections is rated for importance, and then any playing time adjustments (AB, IP, percent of team saves) are summarized at the bottom of each item. Those updated percentages are already reflected in the Teamview found here and are what drive our statistical projections. Enjoy!

 

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Cubs | Scott Feldman wants to start
Chicago Cubs SP Scott Feldman is projected to serve as the fifth starter. One of the reasons he wanted to sign with the Cubs was to be a full-time starter.  Source: MLB.com...

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