joshe800 Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 Is it just me, or does anyone else miss seeing Bobby Jenks in games? I know certain situations call for lefties, etc. But I really think that Jenks is a superstar closer in the making and i'd like to see us use him and make fools of opposing hitters. Especially in a situation like last night where we could have saved Hermanson and his back and locked down a 6-1 victory. Maybe it's just me, but everytime Jenks comes in, I get excited to see him mow down opposing hitters and watch them head back to the dugout shaking their heads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2HH Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 I agree, I think Jenks is underused... QUOTE(joshe800 @ Aug 25, 2005 -> 08:53 AM) Is it just me, or does anyone else miss seeing Bobby Jenks in games? I know certain situations call for lefties, etc. But I really think that Jenks is a superstar closer in the making and i'd like to see us use him and make fools of opposing hitters. Especially in a situation like last night where we could have saved Hermanson and his back and locked down a 6-1 victory. Maybe it's just me, but everytime Jenks comes in, I get excited to see him mow down opposing hitters and watch them head back to the dugout shaking their heads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texsox Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 I think Ozzie is trying to bring him along and keep his head in the game. Jenks' physical talents are immense, but his head hasn't always been screwed on right. Ozzie is doing the right thing in picking a choosing the spots and last night with the pressure of really needing the win, wasn't it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2HH Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 Also a good way to look at it, but last night Jenks was the right choice...moving from a soft tossing lefty to a hard throwing righty would have blown the Twins away, we almost let them back into that game trying to go around Jenks. QUOTE(Texsox @ Aug 25, 2005 -> 09:13 AM) I think Ozzie is trying to bring him along and keep his head in the game. Jenks' physical talents are immense, but his head hasn't always been screwed on right. Ozzie is doing the right thing in picking a choosing the spots and last night with the pressure of really needing the win, wasn't it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBAHO Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 I'd imagine we'd definitely see him with Cotts at somepoint in today's game. And with Hermy's back troubles, he could be closing real soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsideirish71 Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 QUOTE(DBAH0 @ Aug 25, 2005 -> 09:20 AM) I'd imagine we'd definitely see him with Cotts at somepoint in today's game. And with Hermy's back troubles, he could be closing real soon. If the throws that curve for a strike and can keep ahead of hitters he will be very hard to hit. The only thing to worry about is how the pressure of this will get to him. So far he has done well. I think the bomb in Boston from Ortiz was a great learning tool for him. If you get behind hitters I dont care how hard you throw, they can catch up. If you pitch ahead and stay ahead, with his stuff he can be as dominant as anyone. Hermy needs to get that back in check. We need him for the post season run. When he is above 90 and has good sink to his pitches he is very hard to hit. When his velocity is down and his pitches dont have that sink to it, its batting practice time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UC76 Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 Bobby Jenks is the man. At least he'll be fresh for the playoffs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoxFan562004 Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 When did he have his arm surgery? If this is the first year coming off it, Herm (the trainer) and the rest of the Sox medical staff could have decided to monitor his innings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyho7476 Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 He's 6'3", 270...how much more of him do you want? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoSox05 Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 im not sure he throws hard enough to be a closer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBlackSox8 Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 QUOTE(GoSox05 @ Aug 25, 2005 -> 10:38 AM) im not sure he throws hard enough to be a closer. Jenks??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2HH Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 No, Greg Maddux. QUOTE(TheBlackSox8 @ Aug 25, 2005 -> 09:39 AM) Jenks??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LosMediasBlancas Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 Debuting mid October of 2005: 'Big Bobby' Jenks. He is our post season surprise, no reason to rush him or over showcase him now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heads22 Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 QUOTE(GoSox05 @ Aug 25, 2005 -> 10:38 AM) im not sure he throws hard enough to be a closer. You've never watched a game he's pitched, have you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Antonio Osuna Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 The last thing we want to do is wear this guy down so quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
witesoxfan Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 QUOTE(Antonio Osuna @ Aug 25, 2005 -> 02:43 PM) The last thing we want to do is wear this guy down so quickly. Not sure how quickly you can wear down a guy that has been starting like his entire career except this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 QUOTE(witesoxfan @ Aug 25, 2005 -> 02:50 PM) Not sure how quickly you can wear down a guy that has been starting like his entire career except this year. Ask Dustin Hermanson, as he is experiencing just that phenom this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kalapse Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 Jenksy looks wicked against the Twins right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joshe800 Posted August 25, 2005 Author Share Posted August 25, 2005 THERE IT IS... BOBBY JENKS!!! CLOSING TIME!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nokona Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 Bobby Jenks' first career save. Lew Ford still doesn't know what to do with him. Filthy. Filthy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Chappas Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 QUOTE(southsider2k5 @ Aug 25, 2005 -> 01:51 PM) Ask Dustin Hermanson, as he is experiencing just that phenom this year. I think his back is the problem not a tired arm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knightni Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 Awwwwwwww.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JimH Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 Perfect time to give Jenks his first really big test, game on the line, on the road, division rival, going for the series win, etc. The big kid passed with flying colors, love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Allen Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 QUOTE(Jenks Heat @ Aug 25, 2005 -> 03:01 PM) I think his back is the problem not a tired arm. His back is a problem, but Hermanson mentioned being tired about a month or so ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ginger Kid Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 Bobby Jenks closed out the victory for his first Major League save and the ensuing beer shower. I hope he kept his mouth closed. Isn't he supposed to be allergic to the fire water? As in he gave it up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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