Acta says Chris Perez will be setup man

GOODYEAR, ARIZ.: Manager Manny Acta hasn't talked a lot about the bullpen, but he has determined the role of at least one pitcher beyond that of closer Kerry Wood.

''It's safe to say that Chris Perez will be setting up, based on the way he finished last year,'' Acta said.

From July through the end of the season, Perez posted a 3.16 ERA in 311/3 innings, despite a drop in September.

''We also have guys like Tony Sipp, who can get both right-handers and left-handers out,'' Acta said.

However, the bullpen is far from settled. One or two spots are there for the taking, and there is no need for Acta to assign roles to particular pitchers until the end of camp.



(ohio.com)