October 5, 2008 The Boston Globe points to Jose Arredondo as a possible replacement at closer for Francisco Rodriguez, who is a pending free agent.
Our View:Arredondo was dominant in his rookie season with a 1.62 ERA, but Scot Shields seems like the more likely replacement considering his major league experience in the role.
September 14, 2008 Jose Arredondo pitched a scoreless ninth inning on Sunday to improve his record to 9-2 for the Angels.
Our View:Nine wins from a reliever is like sticking your hand in your pocket and finding an old $20 bill. Arredondo also sports a 1.33 ERA and a 1.02 WHIP has he has clearly been the better setup option this season than old standby Scot Shields.
September 12, 2008 Jose Arredondo benefitted again from late-inning offense against the Mariners on Friday to give the middle reliever his eighth win of the season. In the process he lowered his ERA to 1.36.
Our View:You don't set a Major League mark for saves without incredible pitching from your middle relief. Arredondo is undoubtedly looked over by most fans and media, but his owners understand the incredible rookie season that is taking place out West. With Francisco Rodriguez possibly leaving in free agency, is Arredondo next in line to close the door for the Angels?
July 26, 2008 Jose Arredondo threw one scoreless inning, gaining his tenth hold and lowering his ERA to 1.26 with 1.2 scoreless innings of baseball.
Our View:Arredondo is one of those guys who can really help fantasy teams who have an open roster spot and need a little boost in strikeouts, ERA or WHIP.
July 19, 2008 Jose Arredondo vultured his fourth win of the season Saturday, as he allowed a walk and struck out one batter in a third of an inning.
Our View:Arredondo has been quite a find this year. He sports a nifty 1.11 ERA, 0.82 WHIP and 24/8 K/BB rate over 24 1/3 frames.
