Going into last season the Indians bullpen was still considered a strength by many, with Andrew Miller setting up the 7th or 8th innings, and closer Cody Allen shutting the door in the 9th.
What a difference a year makes.
Allen, who last season despite the toughest pro year of his baseball career, set the mark for all-time saves with the Indians, but now is the latest to leave the team, as he’s inking a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Angels to be their closer.
Ken Rosenthal reported the news on Allen early Friday morning that he was heading out west to become the new 9th inning guy for Los Angeles.