Closure

It's been a month since we left Dave in Springfield, and much has transpired.

He has gone from mid relief to closer and in AA had converted 4 of his 5 saves. He acheived much in the little time he's had and he likes it very much. He is hitting 97 with ease, still a bit wild but effectively so. He is also a bit on the crazy side while on the mound, something I hear they like for releivers and closers. It's been a transition from knowing you have to command all of your stuff for 100+ pitches, while learning you can just throw the ball as hard as you can for 1 0r 2.

Friday he was called up to AAA. With just a few weeks left, he will be in short relief, and will most likely go in when there is a wide enough margin for him to feel comfortable.

Considering the circumstances he has come a long way from his last surgery (nerve tranposition) less than a year ago, shoulder inflammation, bad starts, taken off the 40 man, moved to the pen.

He's worked hard and he deserves his promotion, I know the organization thinks highly enough of him to do the right thing, either protect him again or let him fly.

Either way, the journey continues........