B is what "moneyball" people have argued for a long time. B is completely related to A. The closer exists primarily to relieve the manager of blame when decisions go bad. It's a strategy of convenience.
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M's pitcher Miguel Batista: "Now, I feel like I've had everything. I've talked pitching with Sandy Koufax, had Kenny G play for me. Maybe if I could have an interview with God, then I'd be served. I'd be complete."
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