
I do not agree with Hank on this one
Joba Chamberlain should remain in the pen, and not become a starter. He can throw upwards of 100 MPH on his fastball, and when they need one clutch out, that should be the pitcher to go to.
Hank Steinbrenner said "I want him as a starter and so does everyone else, including him, and that is what we are working toward and we need him there now." You may need him there now, but you also need a set-up man for your closer. If you take him out of the pen, and into the rotation, he is at risk of throwing out his arm and ruining his short lived career.
Steinbrenner compares his potential skills to that of Josh Beckett. YOU ARE DEFINITELY WRONG! Their is no way the two even compare. Chamberlain blows playoff games, while Beckett shines and makes a post-season game look like an exhibition. He mows down every hitter he basically faces. He deserved the ALCS MVP. Hank, leave the coaching to management, and leave Joba where he is. Like Paplebon, he has the potential to save 30 games when Rivera goes. Make the right choice, and leave him where his is.
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