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Scott Oberg is closing in on the closer job for the Rockies

Thomas Harding writes about the possibility of Scott Oberg getting some time as the Rockies closer as Wade Davis tries to work his way out of another funk. It’s no secret that Wade has been not good so far this year. He currently owns a career high 6.0 BB/9 to match his 6.00 ERA, and while his 4.80 FIP and .357 BABIP indicates some bad luck, opponents have an eyebrow raising 39.7% hard hit rate against Wade. Is change in the air?

Bud Black told Harding that “It’s a fair question; we’re contemplating a few things.