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The Rise of Relievers in the Starting Rotation
The trend of converting relief pitchers into starting pitchers has been gaining traction in Major League Baseball in recent years. With several success stories emerging, teams are increasingly exploring this pathway as a viable option for bolstering their pitching rotations.
Mets' Interest in Clay Holmes
Among the teams showing interest in this trend is the New York Mets, who have set their sights on Clay Holmes, the former closer for the Yankees. This potential move has ignited discussions about whether Holmes can successfully transition back to a starting role, given that he began his career as a starter in the minor leagues before becoming a reliever at the big league level.