Feliz it Neftali Feliz is the Texas Rangers' closer.
It was announced today that Feliz would go back into the bullpen and that C.J. Wilson, Colby Lewis, Tommy Hunter, Matt Harrison and Derek Holland would man the rotation.
It's a safe move. It's a move predicated on the unsuccessful springs of Mark Lowe, Arthur Rhodes and Darren O'Day and a total lack of a true replacement, nothing against Alexi Ogando.
As it stands:
Rotation
C.J. Wilson - LHP
Colby Lewis - RHP
Tommy Hunter - RHP
Matt Harrison - LHP
Derek Holland - LHP
Analysis: Get ready for the rollercoaster ride. Harrison, as we well know, is not a sure thing. Holland's not exactly a seasoned veteran. I consider this a fluid rotation. I don't expect it to be the same in July or even August.
Bullpen
Neftali Feliz - RHP
Alexi Ogando - RHP
Arthur Rhodes - LHP
Darren Oliver - LHP
Darren O'Day - RHP
Mark Lowe - RHP
Bullpen (bubble guys)
Michael Kirkman - LHP
Brett Tomko - RHP
Mason Tobin - RHP
Pedro Strop - RHP
If the Rangers take eight men to the bullpen, two of the final four will make it. Tobin's a Rule 5 guy so he'll stay on the 40-man, but could be sent to Triple A along with Kirkman. Strop's out of options, right? He's had a great spring and I think he's made the team. Rangers probably feel they should shit or get off the pot with him. Tomko, I think, has made this club as the long relief guy, possibly along with Kirkman. If Harrison or Holland fail, Kirkman's the replacement.
