It’s not uncommon for starters to move to the bullpen in the latter part of their careers. Many of them are guys that couldn’t stay healthy in the rotation but still want to contribute while having to throw fewer pitches. That’s been exactly the case for Ian Kennedy with the Kansas City Royals.
Kennedy, 34, made 22 starts for the Royals last season but was transitioned to the bullpen in Spring Training this year. He’s been nothing short of excellent and made history on Monday night, becoming just one of four pitchers to have 20 wins and 30 saves in different saves.