Is Todd Jones the poor man's 2005 Dustin Hermanson?

[Gavin]

I just don't get this guy. He doesn't strike people out, blows a fair share of saves, but still remains the #1 closer, even with lights out Zumaya. What's his deal?

[BigPapaPump]

He's only 1/4 in save situations, I wouldn't call him lights out.

[Gavin]

I just get the feeling that Zumaya is a hell of a lot more intimidating than Todd Jones, who almost guarantees to give up a hit each outing.

[Chicken Dinner]

I never could figure out why the Tigers use that guy either.

[BigPapaPump]

If it ain't broke, don't fix it. He's only blown four saves all year, he'll bend but he won't break. He gives up his share of hits but has only allowed 4 HRs, that shows he has confidence in his defense. Given time Zumaya will probably take over, but he's still a rookie and not every rookie can handle the closer's role like Papplebon and Jenks.

[IlliniSox]

If it ain't broke, don't fix it. He's only blown four saves all year, he'll bend but he won't break. He gives up his share of hits but has only allowed 4 HRs, that shows he has confidence in his defense. Given time Zumaya will probably take over, but he's still a rookie and not every rookie can handle the closer's role like Papplebon and Jenks.

Todd Jones lulls you into thinking you can spank him around. 9 pitches, one BB or hit, and 3 groundouts later the games over. That was a good signing for DET.

The Hermanson question: No. Jones owns 262 career saves.

[cleanwsox]

Todd Jones lulls you into thinking you can spank him around. 9 pitches, one BB or hit, and 3 groundouts later the games over. That was a good signing for DET.

Yup, he may not have the electric stuff but he has the mental makeup to get the job done.