A's To Ease Mason Miller Into Closer's Role?
9 months agoOakland Athletics right-hander Mason Miller, along with Dany Jimenez and Trevor Gott, could get an opportunity to close out games this season. However, when asked about the possibility of Miller seeing save chances, manager Mark Kotsay indicated he'd like to see Miller succeed in high-leverage spots and gradually move up the ladder rather than anoint him the closer from Day 1. Initially, the 25-year-old is expected to be used in two- to three-innings stints in relief before Kotsay feels comfortable giving him any save opportunities. The A's want Miller to be a starter in the long-term, but his extensive injury history has forced their hand to keep him in a relief role for now to try and keep him healthy. Miller has the best stuff in the A's bullpen, but without many save chances, he might just be a ratios/holds contributor in deeper fantasy leagues in 2024.
Source: MLB.com - Martin Gallegos
Source: MLB.com - Martin Gallegos