For several years the Twins attempted to use him as a starter before finally shifting him into the closer role.In, he broke Rick Aguilera's 11-year-old Twins team record for games saved, saving 45 regular-season games.
For several years the Twins attempted to use him as a starter, but in 1996 he was converted to being a relief pitcher exclusively, never starting another major league game. In 2002, he broke Rick Aguilera's 11-year-old Twins team record for games saved, saving 45 regular-season games.