Two wild pitches by our closer in the 9th. That, right there, says it all. And his reputation BD (before D-backs) of putting tying and winning runs on base, then trying to be a hero pitching his way out of it. Well, we are seeing the results of that.
If I were Lovello, I'd say to Archie, "I know you want to be in the starting rotation, but I'll make you a deal. Be our closer this season and, if you tell me you don't want to continue, I'll plan you in the starting rotation next season. No questions asked. So, what's your decision? One of five in the starting rotation or chance to become the best closer in baseball?"