On Monday, I wrote in this space that a move to the Reds' bullpen would be nothing but good news for Aroldis Chapman's Fantasy owners. That move may be imminent, according to a report from the Cincinnati Enquirer, though the team told MLB.com that no decision has been made regarding Chapman's role. Once we can safely assume that he will be the closer, it will be time to start pursuing Chapman earlier in drafts.
He will be roughly on par with Craig Kimbrel in terms of closer value, and Kimbrel is being drafted in the fourth round on average in 12-team mixed leagues.
I would rather have Kimbrel, and Round 4 is just a little early for my tastes, but Round 5 is not too early to pursue either closer.
