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Be careful not to overrate K-Rod

By Eric Karabell

Tuesday, December 9, 2008

No matter how much the New York Mets or the representatives of Francisco Rodriguez tried to deny it, one couldn't ask for a better fit for the record-setting closer than to make his new home at the new Citi Field. The Mets had money and an obvious, desperate need for a prime-time closer. K-Rod wanted the money and attention. Now everyone's happy, including fantasy owners, who should feel confident a 40-save season is ahead. Of course, the problem is -- and really, aren't there always problems? ...

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