Updated: Jul 7, 2005, 11:27 AM

Vote: Can Schilling Save?


Curt Schilling has played the role of hero for Red Sox fans to critial acclaim. But can he follow that up with a star performance in the role of closer?

The 38-year-old starting pitcher is coming off a pesky right ankle injury and slowly working his way back to the rotation. In an effort to speed up that process and help the team at the same time, the Red Sox will send Schilling to the bullpen after the All-Star break.

Can Schilling be effective out of the pen? Is teammate Johnny Damon stepping over the line by publicly criticizing the move? Cast your vote now, SportsNation!
  • 1) How would you describe Terry Francona's decision to use Curt Schilling out of the bullpen?
  • 2) Who would you rather have in your bullpen?
  • 3) How will Schilling fare in his bullpen stint?
  • 4) What is your reaction to Johnny Damon's comments: ''I don't think he's ready to be our closer,'' Damon said of Schilling. ''I think Bronson [Arroyo] or Timlin are the choice as the closer. ... The whole team wants Timlin.''
  • 5) Where will Curt Schilling be by the end of the season?
  • 6) Who will win the A.L. East?

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