Frayed Knot wrote: Even considering the whole philosophy of pen building, or with the questions of usage by the manager ... - did anyone not believe that the grouping of Diaz, Familia, Lugo and Gsellman would *at worst* be an above-average foursome out of the pen? You left out Wilson. But I tend to think bullpens are volatile no matter who is in them, usage can undermine anybody, and morale can also. The best answer is to diversify your assets and deploy them thoughtfully.