St. Louis Cardinals
Closer Ryan Franklin was terrific for six months, carrying a 1.05 ERA into September, but the mark is up to 7.56 in September. "He needs to have control because he doesn't have dominating stuff, and he hasn't had that lately," one scout, comparing him to journeyman Chad Durbin, said. The Cardinals do have a terrific rotation, and may rely less on their 'pen than any of the playoff-bound teams, but at some point they're going to need help from what appears to be a very average bullpen.
Worry Meter: 5
Sports Illustrated
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