Grading the Rangers: Relievers

We have already looked at the starting pitchers, now it is the relievers turn.

Frankie Francisco's Stats: 19 games, 19.2 IP, 1-1, 12 Saves, 0.46 E.R.A.

He has been perfect in save opportunities, 12-12, with his only loss and run coming in the 9th inning against Oakland on an Adam Kennedy home run. He has had some injury trouble with a stint already on the DL, but he has been the leader of the bullpen in every way possible.
Francisco's grade: A+

C.J. Wilson's Stats: 25 games, 23.1 IP, 3-3, 4 saves, 4 holds, 1 blown save, 3.47 E.R.A.

He is the most polarizing player on the roster, but at the moment more people hate him than love him. Of course the fans are really fickle with Wilson much like his play. He is a very emotional player that has great stuff but he struggles between the ears. He blew the game on Thursday against the Yankees, but that was one day after he was dominant against them. One could argue that he should not have been in the game after pitching over an inning the day before but you have to get the job done. If you look at his stats over the course of the season, Wilson has been very good with a solid E.R.A.
Wilson's grade: B-

Eddie Guardado's Stats: 20 games, 14.1 IP, 0-1, 4 holds, 3.77 E.R.A.

He struggled early on in the season, but has hit his stride the last 10 games (0 Runs). He has lowered his E.R.A. to well below 4 and is the most beloved guy in the bullpen. He is a great mentor for the young guys.
Guardado's grade: B

Darren O'Day's Stats: 20 games, 17 IP, 2-0, 1 save, 4 holds, 1.06 E.R.A.

I am still not sure where this guy came from, but he has been the biggest surprise of the season. He is one of those guys that are fearless and do their job when called upon. JD gets major props for finding this guy.
O'Day's grade: A+

Kris Benson's Stats: 7 games, 2 starts, 20 IP, 1-1, 8.10 E.R.A.

Why is this guy still on the team? He has not shown any inkling of why he should be a part of the 2009 Texas Rangers. Only twice has he went to the mound in relief appearances and not given up a run. He only plays in mop-up duty which is maybe once a week. Pack his bags and get a guy from AAA in here immediately.
Benson's grade: F (I wish I could go lower)

Jason Jennings' Stats: 17 games, 26 IP, 2-1, 3.12 E.R.A.

Having watched Jennings at Baylor, I have a special interest in his career. When he came to Texas last season I had hoped he would resurrect his career and become a major part of the rotation, but it was not meant to be.This season, he has become the go-to in long relief for this team and has done a solid job. He has a good E.R.A. and has not given up a run in his last 4 appearances.
Jennings' grade: B

There's the grades, do you agree?