The Dodgers needed someone to hold a precious 1-0 lead in today’s home opener. Who would you bring in? You’d bring in The Closer, right?
Hold your horses, because Dave Roberts did not call on Kenley Jansen. He may be doing a lotta that this season.
Oscar Martinez
I was born in the shadow of Dodger Stadium and immediately drenched in Dodger Blue. Chavez Ravine is my baseball cathedral, Vin Scully was the golden voice of summer all my life, and Tommy Lasorda remains the greatest Dodgers manager ever. My favorite things are coffee, beer, and the Dodgers beating the Giants. I also blog about my baseball card hobby at All Trade Bait, All the Time.
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Yeah, looks like Jansen may have reached the end of his rope. Glad he got his ring, but enough is enough already. Kenley just does not have it anymore. It is sad to see him go down like this. He looked like an abandoned, unwanted ol’ dawg in the dog pound (bullpen) today.
Knebel looked impressive today, and earned his second save. Maybe it is time to pass the baton. He was an All Star closer at one time, so I hope he is worthy of stepping into the Closer role. It still may be wise to start scouting around for a replacement, just in case Knebel’s arm gives out again. Treinen and Gonzalez did an admirable job today, as well. Closed out and saved the game for Buehler.
Kenley sure came in and looked awesome today! Glad to see it
Vintage Kenley is great!