Sox Sign.....Dustin Hermanson
Well, Kenny Williams flew under the radar just fine and the Sox inked the best closer on the market Dustin Hermanson to a 2yr 5+ million dollar deal. The move will bolster a bullpen that needs help.
Hermanson was converted to closer late last season with the Giants and saved 18 games in 21 opportunities. Many teams looked at him as a closer this offseason, but the Sox pulled off the deal. General Manager Ken Williams said on the radio today that he will serve as a setup man to Shingo Takatsu along with Damaso Marte.
Hermanson was long a starter in his career, one with loads of potential, who never panned out, but his upside is high in the bullpen and this could turn into a fantastic deal for the Sox who know have depth if Takatsu falters.
The Sox could still use another reliever but Scho could fit that bill nicely. Scho would be a very versatile reliever out of the pen.
Now the Sox figure to turn their attention to starting pitching, right field, and the middle infield. However, lets take note that Hermanson's and the White Sox were never mentioned by any news organization up until the signing, which could mean were in for another shocker!!!
Note: The Giants did not offer Dustin Hermanson arbitration.
posted by Jason @ 11:40 AM
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Did the Sox offer Scho arbitration? I never had heard.
Not yet. The Sox have until the 20th to offer Scho arbitration. However, judging from KW's comments they will either reach a one year deal with him by the 20th or non tender him on the 20th.
Sounds like they think he's a good backup option as a 5th starter, plus if Garland is dealt in a package to bring in another starter, Scho could also fill in the 5th spot if no other possibilities arise.
He also would be a hell of a reliever, but the question is whether Scho would accept that role on a winning team. I know one thing, Scho and Hermanson together would be one hell of an upgrade to the pen.
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