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Flipping The Closer -- Nathan

Is there a likely match that would make it worthwhile for the Twins to flip their closer?

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This was brought up in the Twins GM thread but not adequately addressed.  Joe Nathan is an All-Star for the second year.  He makes $2.0 million this year, $3.75 in 2006, and $5.0 in 2007.  The Twins have a $6.0 million option in 2008.

Most of the damage to his peripheral numbers has been done in non-save situations.  The problem is: The Twins need more offense so they can have more save situations in the next 3.5 years.

With Guardado, Baez, and possibly Wagner on the market, is there a likely match before the trade deadline or in the off-season that would make it worthwhile for the Twins to flip their closer?  Or: What can the Twins get for an inexpensive All-Star closer?

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