Interesting discussion on Mets Blog about signing Fuentes in an attempt to prevent K-Rod from reaching his vesting option.
It’s very interesting…but what happens to K-Rod when you bring in another closer type and start using that guy to finish games. Does K-Rod just smile and say gee whiz, I love the team, it’s great that we’re winning and I am happy to not make $17 million next year?
Even if you don’t bring in Fuentes, what is Colactus to do when the Mets are 10 back on September 1 and K-Rod has pitched in 45 games?
Fortunately, K-Rod is a level headed person with no signs of aggression, and the Mets clubhouse has been free of selfish pitchers.