2010 Closer Profile: Carlos Marmol, Chicago Cubs
By Todd Farino, www.thecloserreport.com
Team: Chicago Cubs
Projections: 42-3-2.97-1.12-101 (SV-WIN-ERA-WHIP-K)
Average Draft Position: 140th pick
Recommended Draft Round: 9
Team Saves Projection: 46
Injury Risk/Stability: 9/7
Top 50 Rank: #7
In 2009 Carlos Marmol defined inconsistency. He seemed to have issues going back to the WBC and pitching in it didn't help his arm or his confidence. After a terrible start for Marmol , he eventually fixed his mechanics and supplanted Gregg as the closer for the Cubs. The Cubs saw his potential over the past two season and let Gregg go in the off-season. I think having that issue settled for this young closer will allow him to concentrate on developing into a consistent and deadly closer. If his mind stays clear and the Cubs win, Marmol's value is as they say," the sky is the limit". The True Guru Strategy: This year he has no WBC, so distractions. He also learned allot last season and ended 2009 strongly. He will get you 100+ Ks and and 40+ saves. Getting him in round nine or later would be a big steal for your team. Remember, there are only a handful of 100 strikeout closers.
