ST. LOUIS -- John Axford's search for his form will take place at times other than save situations for the Rockies.
After four blown saves and a 19.64 ERA in his last five outings, Axford learned Friday that manager Walt Weiss will use other pitchers in the closing role for now.
Axford agreed that the move could be best for the team and him. He compared it to 2012 with the Brewers, when he blew seven of his first 25 save chances, stepped out of the role briefly, then converted all but one of his 18 save chances.