Jose Valverde

The Fool · Posted: Fri Sep 02, 2005 11:21 am

It looks like the diamondbacks will ride Valverde as their closer for the rest of the season, and why not? He strikes out more than a batter an inning (61 K's in 51.1 innings) and, his recent troubles aside, he's still a young arm that's better than their other options (Lyon, Aquino). Don't give up hope on Valverde.
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Xach · Posted: Mon May 23, 2005 6:02 pm

Jose Valverde RP, Ari: All indications are that in spite of his talent Valverde will continue to serve as a setup man in Arizona. If temporary closer Brian Bruney falters, Valverde will be worthy of a short term addition to fantasy rosters until Brandon Lyon returns in a couple weeks.

My take: Valverde will not likely see more than a handful of save opportunities this season.
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Worm · Posted: Wed Jan 12, 2005 9:17 pm

Valverde has performed excellently for the Diamondbacks in his first two seasons. SportingNews.com reports that September surgery shouldn't hold him back for next season. definitely a contender for a closing position.
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