There are many different closer options for the New York Yankees. But while the main proposition has been said to moving David Robertson the Yankees premier set-up man to fill Mariano Rivera's shoes it would mainly rob themselves of a great set-up man so that they can make him a decent closer. While instead of spreading out their bullpen lets look at some of the other closers that could make a fine addition to the Yankees.
The person that I think would be the best possible option for a closer in the 2014 season would defiantly have to be Grant Balfour. Balfour can handle the crazy New York crowd and he has the energy to match it as well. Balfour finished the 2013 season with a 2.59 ERA and 38 Saves. The only thing that can arouse suspicion is he was originally to be signed by the Orioles but the deal was cancelled due to Balfour failing their physical. He has been tested by doctors after who claim that he is 100% fine, he seems to be okay but here is still room for worry.
Fernando Rodney is also another person that would fit the Yankee crowd. Rodney had a decent 2013 season with Tampa Bay with having a 3.38 ERA and 37 Saves. The ERA kind of worries me being that it is considered high for a bullpen pitcher but the still gets the job done.
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