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Gomez is expected to continue to get save opportunities for the time being, Mehan Montemurro of The News Journal reports. "I have no problem calling him the closer. He's the guy I'm going to use," said manager Pete Mackanin on Wednesday.
The Phillies opened the season with more questions than answers in terms of options at closer, but Gomez has set himself apart from the likes of David Hernandez and Dalier Hinojosa. Gomez has converted his last three saves without any incident. Although Gomez does not have the inflated strikeout rate many desire from a closer, he does seem to be gaining a grasp on the role for now and should continue to be called upon in save situations.
