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Tampa Bay Rays: Time for Alex Colome to Close?

Tampa Bay Rays closer Brad Boxberger leads the AL in saves with 33, but that seems to be more ironic than anything else. After last night’s game with the Orioles, when he couldn’t hold onto a two-run lead in the ninth inning, Boxberger also leads the AL in blown saves with 6. He has nine losses charged to him this year, and, after last night, an ERA of 3.40. Boxberger is a talented young pitcher who retains the ability to get back on track. However, he simply has not been good enough when the Rays have needed him most.