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Matt Barnes currently the favorite to close for the Red Sox

by John Aubin | Nationals Correspondent | Sat, Mar 2nd 12:21pm EST

Red Sox president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski indicated that the club doesn't anticipate signing any free agent relievers. That would mean the team will not re-sign Craig Kimbrel and Matt Barnes appears to be the favorite for the closer role at the moment.

Fantasy Impact:

Barnes looks to be the front runner for the closer role but nothing has been confirmed. Also despite what the Red Sox have said they could still sign Kimbrel. Fantasy owners looking for speculative save opportunities may want to take a chance on Barnes later in the draft. If he does get the role he could be a top ten relief pitcher in fantasy.

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