Over the weekend we alerted you that Armando Benitez had won the closer job for the Giants and that several teams are sending scouts to watch him pitch. As a result, every time he performs well, it helps the Giants in more ways than one.A decision on whether to keep or trade Armando Benitez could be made by this time next week. If the Giants choose to deal him, there could be multiple suitors. The Marlins remain in the picture, and major-league sources said the Reds are interested, too.Benitez has thrown four scoreless innings this spring, striking out six and walking none. He'll have to continue his success over to the regular season if he expects to have support from the fans:
According to league sources, there is some sentiment in the ownership suite to see Benitez gone, given how ticket-holders feel about the closer, but the front office is inclined to keep him unless a team offers valuable players in return.I'm thinking the Giants will wait it out and see if Benitez can carry over his hot start. If they want to contend this year, they'll need an experienced closer -- which they'll be lacking if they trade Armando.
(via Ben Maller)
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