Anthony Castrovince, of MLB.com, reports Cleveland Indians CL Jensen Lewis is preparing in the offseason as if he will become the team's closer in 2009. However, he knows that it is highly likely that the team will add a veteran closer in the offseason. "I went into the offseason with the mentality that I was the guy until told differently," Lewis said. "As of right now, that's my mindset."

The Indians will be in the market for veteran relief help this winter, but Lewis' performance in the second half might have quelled the intensity of the closer search. His steady hand allowed Rafael Betancourt (3-4, 5.07 ERA, 4 saves) and Masa Kobayashi (4-5, 4.53 ERA, 6 saves) to ease back into setup roles.

Manager Eric Wedge remarked that Jensen Lewis is not likely to be the Indians' closer in 2009, according to the Cleveland Plain Dealer. Wedge said, "We want to go out and get a closer so we have two options at that spot. Jensen Lewis did a good job for us on a short-term basis."He nailed down 13 saves this season, but held a 3.82 ERA and 1.44 WHIP. The team is not ready to trust him as their full-time closer.

Manager Eric Wedge remarked that Jensen Lewis is not likely to be the Indians' closer in 2009, according to the Cleveland Plain Dealer. Wedge said, "We want to go out and get a closer so we have two options at that spot. Jensen Lewis did a good job for us on a short-term basis."He nailed down 13 saves this season, but held a 3.82 ERA and 1.44 WHIP.

Manager Eric Wedge indicated Tuesday that Jensen Lewis is unlikely to be the Indians' closer next season. Lewis did an excellent job after being handed ninth-inning duties in mid-August, converting 13-of-13 save chances with a 2.91 ERA and 22/6 K/BB ratio in 21 2/3 innings. However, according to Wedge, Lewis "did a good job for us on a short-term basis", but the Indians "want to go out and get a closer."Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer

Justice B. Hill, of MLB.com, reports the Cleveland Indians will be searching for a closer in the offseason, according to manager Eric Wedge. Wedge has only penciled in five relievers in the bullpen for next year; CL Jensen Lewis, RP Rafael Betancourt, RP Rafael Perez and RP Masahide Kobayashi.

News: Indians closer Jensen Lewis recorded his 13th save Friday at the White Sox, allowing one hit and one walk in a scoreless 1 1/3 innings. All 13 of his saves have come since the beginning of August.

Analysis: The Indians have long searched for a reliable closer, and they might have finally found one in Lewis. The Indians second-half surge has helped make him a No. 2 Fantasy option, which he'll remain entering 2009 if he keeps the role

Rick Gano, of The Associated Press, reports Cleveland Indians CL Jensen Lewis recorded his 13th save of the season Friday, Sept. 26.

News: Indians closer Jensen Lewis pitched a scoreless ninth inning for his 12th save in 13 opportunities Monday at Boston. He allowed two hits and recorded two strikeouts.

Analysis: The Indians have long searched for a reliable closer, and they might have finally found one in Lewis. The Indians second-half surge has helped make him a No. 2 Fantasy option, which he'll remain entering 2009 if he keeps the role

Howard Ulman, of The Associated Press, reports Cleveland Indians CL Jensen Lewis recorded his 12th save in 13 chances Monday, Sept. 22.