Sleeper Back-Up Closer: Manny Delcarmen

Boston Red Sox - Twist regarding turn as Tavarez in Red Sox fifth starter mix - The Boston Globe: "Like last season, when the Sox tried to limit the wear and tear on Papelbon's shoulder, there will be days when the closer is off-duty. In 2007, most of those chances went to Hideki Okajima, but with the emergence of Manny Delcarmen toward the end of the season (2.05 ERA in 44 innings in 2007), the Sox are considering bumping up their reliance on him, especially in key roles."

Manny Delcarmen is on my list of sleeper back-up closers. Most fantasy players will focus on Hideki Okajima and his successful rookie season, but I have concern about the league catching-up to the old guy and see Delcarmen as next in line behind Papelbon.