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Muskies · 05-06-2013, 07:22 AM

During a long awaited off day, I had a regular meeting with Mr. Stuart and Mgr. Machado. During some recent soul searching I came to the realization that I should pass off the reigns of setting the rotation and the rosters to Machado, after all that is what he was hired to do and my tinkering has only gotten us to a .500 mark. This should also help improve my relationship with Machado who, not surprisingly, hasn't been thrilled with me getting involved.

The first item on Machado's list was to move Aquino from the starting rotation into the closer role and place Jennings into the #5 slot. Needless to say this raised some eyebrows, even though Davies has been telling me since I took over that Aquino should be moved to pen. It was more surprising given that Aquino is fresh off his third pitcher of the year award.

Given Aquino's popularity and status with the club, we didn't want to make this move without consulting him. I was somewhat surprised that he was very receptive to the move. So effective immediately Aquino will be the Mallards closer, moving Howell to the set up position and Jennings into the starting rotation.

I have a couple solid prospects in the minors; but I don't think they will be ready to move up this season, so hopefully between Jennings and Baca we can manage the 5th spot.

05-06-2013, 07:22 AM	#102
Muskies Major Leagues Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 480	Aquino to the Bullpen During a long awaited off day, I had a regular meeting with Mr. Stuart and Mgr. Machado. During some recent soul searching I came to the realization that I should pass off the reigns of setting the rotation and the rosters to Machado, after all that is what he was hired to do and my tinkering has only gotten us to a .500 mark. This should also help improve my relationship with Machado who, not surprisingly, hasn't been thrilled with me getting involved. The first item on Machado's list was to move Aquino from the starting rotation into the closer role and place Jennings into the #5 slot. Needless to say this raised some eyebrows, even though Davies has been telling me since I took over that Aquino should be moved to pen. It was more surprising given that Aquino is fresh off his third pitcher of the year award. Given Aquino's popularity and status with the club, we didn't want to make this move without consulting him. I was somewhat surprised that he was very receptive to the move. So effective immediately Aquino will be the Mallards closer, moving Howell to the set up position and Jennings into the starting rotation. I have a couple solid prospects in the minors; but I don't think they will be ready to move up this season, so hopefully between Jennings and Baca we can manage the 5th spot.