He turns 41 in November but he doesn't care. His fastball still averages 92.4 miles per hour. He has a 5.89 ERA for the Rangers but also struck out 24 in 18 1/3 innings.
"I'm planning on playing," Grilli said. "I don't see why somebody doesn't have a need for an experienced pitcher who strikes out guys and throws in the low 90's. There is room for somebody like that in this game."
The Rangers acquired Grilli from the Blue Jays on July 2, looking to add veteran experience and leadership to a young bullpen. He did not allow an earned run in his first six games, then was touched for four earned runs in one-third of an inning in a 22-10 loss to the Marlins on July 26.