When the Milwaukee Brewers signed LaTroy Hawkins to a 2 year $7.5 million contract, they did not expect him to post a 8.44 ERA. Hawkins was expected to be the team's setup man but instead landed on the disabled list with a shoulder issue that led to season ending surgery in August.
Hawkins is now healthy and rejoined the team during their series with the Philadelphia Phillies. He is expected to be activated on Friday. The 38 year old Hawkins has a lot to prove to the Brewers, his teammates, and himself before moving to the setup role. Expect Hawkins to pitch in non pressure situations until he proves that he is both healthy and effective.
If Hawkins can be effective, he will give the Brewers a good lift out of the bullpen and also with the addition of Zack Greinke could be the difference maker in the National League Central race.
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