2010 BCB Community Projections: Angel Guzman

by Al Yellon on Feb 27, 2010 8:00 AM CST in Community Projections

The health of Angel Guzman is critical to the Cubs' bullpen success this year. Yes, I know, that's a "master of the obvious" statement. But Guzman's recent shoulder soreness -- which has him shut down for a few days as a "precaution" -- is a worry.

So how will Guzman do this year? Post your projections after the jump.

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I like Angel Guzman....

…but there were at least 2 instances last year where words were exchanged with Lou after Lou pulled him and I worry about the guy’s attitude. If he’s healthy, he’s going to be given a big opportunity to prove himself, but the last thing he needs to do is “pout” when he’s pulled from situations.

Granted, I’m sure Lou’s frustrated many a relief pitcher in his tenure here, but I hate to see a talent like Guzman not utilize it by letting something like that get in his head.

Nobody cares about your fantasy baseball team

by carmen_fanzone on Feb 27, 2010 8:31 AM CST reply actions

Guzman's head or attitude is the least of the team's worries

unlike his shoulder

I always turn to the sports section first. The sports page records people's accomplishments; the front page has nothing but man's failures.
~Earl Warren

by lookingdeadred on Feb 27, 2010 10:10 AM CST up reply actions

Least? I beg to differ....

Getting the right cleat size for him is the least of their worries…

Nobody cares about your fantasy baseball team

by carmen_fanzone on Feb 27, 2010 10:39 AM CST up reply actions

It will be OK

Guzman is hardly the only setup man in the pen. Someone in there has the opportunity to rise to the occasion.

Having said that, it is nonetheless troubling to see him still battling through tough physical issues. If the towel drills start and persist, Guz has a long year ahead of him.

Blue mountains high .. Blue valleys low
I don't know which way we will go ..
One summer dream .. one summer dream ..

coda

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by cubnational on Feb 27, 2010 8:31 AM CST reply actions

I believe

Caridad can be that guy to rise to the occasion.

by FloridaCubsFan on Feb 27, 2010 10:03 AM CST up reply actions

I agree

Caridad will be the guy to rise to the occasion.

by braziliancubsfan on Feb 27, 2010 10:18 AM CST up reply actions

Thirded.

Don’t forget Berg, too.

"You can observe a lot just by watching." ~ Yogi Berra

by Al Yellon on Feb 27, 2010 10:46 AM CST up reply actions

Was not blown away by Berg

But definitely still willing to see what he can do

"Baseball is almost the only orderly thing in a very unorderly world. If you get three strikes, even the best lawyer in the world can't get you off." ~ Bill Veeck

by Musicdude10 on Mar 1, 2010 12:06 PM CST up reply actions

Go get Calero

I always turn to the sports section first. The sports page records people's accomplishments; the front page has nothing but man's failures.
~Earl Warren

by lookingdeadred on Feb 27, 2010 10:11 AM CST up reply actions

I really

have to think, IMO, that Guzman will have lingering health issues all year. This is just the way the guy is. He is due for another year of trips to the DL.

by Grockcubs on Feb 27, 2010 9:23 AM CST reply actions

More DL time than IP

Honestly, if the bullpen’s success hinges on Guz, what does that say? While Angel has good stuff for the most part, unfortunately he has spent seemingly more days on the DL than IP! The health problems plus the horrific tradegy he was part of may set him up for a disasterous year.

by The E-Man on Feb 27, 2010 10:58 AM CST via mobile reply actions

Is this a joke?

How in great horny toads are people supposed to make a season projection on Angel Guzman when there is huge uncertainty on his health and ability to stay healthy. Good grief.

The Blackhawks and the Stanley Cup in 2010.

by BLou on Feb 27, 2010 11:11 AM CST reply actions