Has an excellent heater and his stuff is particularly nasty against right-handed hitters. His changeup has become a true out pitch. Can either set up or close in MLB, as need be, and is quite durable. Would be more effective if he wasted a few more pitches. Tends to lose effectiveness with overuse over the course of the 162-game schedule. His personality can rub people the wrong way. | |
Long Range Potential: | Veteran reliever. |
League | Honor | Description |
MLB | Delivery Man of the Year Award | 2012 |
AL | Comeback player of the year | 2012 |
MLB | Named to the All-Star Game | 2012 |
International League (AAA) | All-Star Team | 2003 |