Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Ryan Franklin Will Be Cardinals' Closer Tonight As Jason Motte Rests

No, righthanded rookie Jason Motte hasn’t lost his closer’s job _ if he ever had it _ with the St. Louis Cardinals because he gave up four runs in the ninth inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates Monday and blew the save in a 6-4 Cardinals loss.
Cardinal Beat

Rookie reliever Jason Motte botched his first chance as the St. Louis Cardinals' closer. Because he threw so many pitches, it was likely he'd have to wait at least a day before getting another shot at making a better impression.
ESPN

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