- Mon Jan 27, 2025 3:29 pm
#4885
The recent signing of Tanner Scott by the Dodgers has sparked a fascinating debate about the impact of team success on a closer's save opportunities. With the Dodgers boasting a high-powered offense and a strong pitching staff, does this mean Scott is destined for a top-10 closer ranking in 2025? Or could the very success of the team limit his chances to earn saves?
Consider this: the 2022 Dodgers, despite their impressive win total, had only one reliever, Craig Kimbrel, who racked up saves. This raises an intriguing question: does being part of a dominant team actually hinder a closer's ability to accumulate saves? If the Dodgers frequently win by large margins, will Scott find himself sitting in the bullpen more often than not, watching games slip away without save opportunities?
Moreover, the data suggests that while high win totals don't necessarily correlate with fewer saves, the dynamics of a team's run differential and the distribution of save opportunities among relievers complicate the picture. Could we see a scenario where Scott's role is diminished due to the depth of the Dodgers' bullpen?
Let's dive deeper into this discussion. How do you view the relationship between a team's success and a closer's save potential? Have you experienced this in your fantasy leagues? Are there other examples of closers who thrived or struggled based on their team's performance?
And for those bold enough to make predictions, where do you see Tanner Scott landing in the closer rankings by the end of the season? Will he rise to the occasion, or will the Dodgers' success leave him in the shadows? Share your thoughts and let's get the conversation rolling!
Consider this: the 2022 Dodgers, despite their impressive win total, had only one reliever, Craig Kimbrel, who racked up saves. This raises an intriguing question: does being part of a dominant team actually hinder a closer's ability to accumulate saves? If the Dodgers frequently win by large margins, will Scott find himself sitting in the bullpen more often than not, watching games slip away without save opportunities?
Moreover, the data suggests that while high win totals don't necessarily correlate with fewer saves, the dynamics of a team's run differential and the distribution of save opportunities among relievers complicate the picture. Could we see a scenario where Scott's role is diminished due to the depth of the Dodgers' bullpen?
Let's dive deeper into this discussion. How do you view the relationship between a team's success and a closer's save potential? Have you experienced this in your fantasy leagues? Are there other examples of closers who thrived or struggled based on their team's performance?
And for those bold enough to make predictions, where do you see Tanner Scott landing in the closer rankings by the end of the season? Will he rise to the occasion, or will the Dodgers' success leave him in the shadows? Share your thoughts and let's get the conversation rolling!