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By Billy t

April 24, 2008 7:31 PM | Link to this

Bronson Arroyo in his last three start has throw one ball in the 90’s, his fast ball is 85-88. When he was winning his fast ball was in the low 90’s. Is their something wrong with his arm. He can do middle relief in blowout until he get his act together. Give Affeldt a turn or two. We need a left hander in the rotation anyway.

By Morgan

April 24, 2008 2:06 PM | Link to this

Wow, what a surprise. Aside from one bad trade (the Lopez / Kearns deal for a pitcher with a bunk arm), Krivsky has made some really good moves. I have been impressed with all of them except that one. The Reds finally have some starting pitching, a closer, and some prospects. Brandon Phillips? Josh Hamilton? Those moves were both pure Krivsky and they’ve paid off nicely. So what if they can’t hit right now? I guess I’m excited about Jockettey, but I thought Krivsky was doing a good job.

By Davius

April 24, 2008 12:47 PM | Link to this

Jocketty will make some changes. I just hope he doesn’t clean out the minor league system to do it. Another solid starter would help. Call up Jay Bruce and trade Adam Dunn and some dead wood for pitchers.

By Gary

April 24, 2008 12:28 PM | Link to this

The Reds will never until they get some pitching! All of the other players are in place.

By Fan

April 24, 2008 11:51 AM | Link to this

Why not give Affeldt a chance to start? The rotation needs a lefty and he couldn’t do worse than Fogg or Belisle.

By Mikey, Tess, Gramps and Nanna

April 24, 2008 11:04 AM | Link to this

Now, If we could just correct the line up and centerfield situation. Eliminating the buddy routine plus honoring some contracts wouldn’t be a bad thing either, now that sins our finding their keepers.

By CincyTucky

April 24, 2008 10:33 AM | Link to this

Win the division? What an assinine question. That’s hilarious! 4th at the very best. Bill is correct…can they stay out of the basement is the real question. The Reds have one good proven pitcher, Harrang. The new guys are hot but unproven. Bailey is certainly not the answer. Bronson is burnt out and it’s only April! And the Reds have the same offensive malaise they had for several years…can’t-score-runs-in-the-clutch-itis. Next question.

By Seljukturk

April 24, 2008 10:26 AM | Link to this

I’ll tell you what, the problem with the Reds and all of baseball is guarenteed contracts. How many players in baseball get huge contracts and never do another positive thing for their team? Produce or your gone, just like the real world, is the way it should be.

By Cait

April 24, 2008 9:20 AM | Link to this

It’s April, so yes, they can still win the division. But Arroyo has to get his act together and the offense must come around. It would be nice to get one more solid arm in the bullpen - Coffey and Fogg are terrible, Weathers (when healthy) is shakey and Burton has come down a notch, but is still good. Lincoln and Affeldt have been solid. Cordero is awesome (when he gets a chance to pitch).

By rockieredsfan

April 24, 2008 8:31 AM | Link to this

With a complete reevaluation of the pitching staff. Focus on the current staff; the staff at AAA and don’t be afraid to make a trade if it will improve the current pitching staff. Then and only then can this team improve. Bronson Arroyo has failed as a starter while our two young guns have done great. Maybe more young guns in AAA should be called up and given a chance.

By bill

April 24, 2008 8:08 AM | Link to this

A better question would be can the Reds stay out of last place (again).

By big mike

April 24, 2008 7:03 AM | Link to this

with the improved starting pitching and getting rid of david weathers.