Forget about Trevor Hoffman - Ten Early Surprises in 2009 - Photos

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The Padres allowed the all-time saves leader and franchise face to leave via free agency in the offseason, handing the closing duties to Heath Bell. Bell leads the majors with seven saves and hasn't allowed a run. Meanwhile, Hoffman has yet to pitch in a game, opening the season on the DL with a strained right oblique.

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