How many saves will Dempster get in 2006?

[ZR56664]

I was just wondering what you all thought about Dempster.
I think he will be the reason they do or don't go all the way. I'm looking forward to a great season by Dempster.

[otis89]

I'll optimistically guess somewhere around 45.

[E.Banks#14]

35 - 40, hopefully.

[The Big C]

I'd have to agree with E.Banks#14.

[wilkerson_rulz-06]

At least 30 would be a good goal, with less than 8 blown saves of course

[Slightly Sarcastic]

At least 30 would be a good goal, with less than 8 blown saves of course

Yeah, I'm more concerned with his success rate than the actual number he gets. As long he keeps that rate in the same neighborhood as last year, he will be rock-solid.

40 saves wouldn't be impressive at all if he blows 15. I'd much rather he only gets 25 saves with 0 blown chances.

[ndistops]

Precisely 37, with 4 blown saves.

[Solair Wright]

Despite I am a Cardinals fan, I'm going with a modest 35-40 saves. That is as long as he stays healthy and avoids injuries.

[rockin500]

I'm guessing probably 35-40 with only 3-5 blown saves (which is in the acceptable category)

[Southlake CubsFan]

35-40 sounds good

[Larry Biittner]

Hey illini...how bout them Penn State?

11 saves, blown out arm....