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2012 MLB Closer Profile: Brett Myers, Houston Astros

Yesterday the Houston Astros named now former starter Brett Myers to be their opening day closer. At first glance I questioned the move, but that glance lasted only a second. Brandon Lyon is a joke for a closer, and there is little depth behind him other than Myers. Also, Myers has the mentality to close along with decent stuff to give it his all for one inning per game.
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Houston Astros: Why Brett Myers Would Best Serve Team as a Starter, Not Closer

Baseball / MLB : Bleacher Report - MLB (last year)

With your guess being as good as mine for the makeup of the Houston Astros' starting rotation in 2012, Brett Myers has one of the few pitching positions locked in as the closer for this season. If the Astros were smart, however, the... Read Post

Houston Astros Pick Brett Myers for Opening Day Start: Will Controversy Follow?

Baseball / MLB : Bleacher Report - MLB (2 years ago)

It is being reported in the Houston media that the Houston Astros have officially named right-handed pitcher Brett Myers as their opening day starter against the Philadelphia Phillies. Myers came to the Astros via a one-year deal on... Read Post

Houston's Brandon Lyon Has Minor Shoulder Surgery

Sports : Fan House (3 years ago)

Astros, NL Central, MLB Injuries New Houston Astros closer Brandon Lyon had to have minor surgery to drain a cyst that was found in his throwing shoulder. The procedure took place two weeks ago, but the team doesn't believe it will ... Read Post


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