Angels' Manager Mike Scioscia has defended his use of Francisco Rodriguez amid claims that he has been padding the closer's save total, according to The Los Angeles Times. Many claim Scioscia padded K-Rod's total by putting him in with two on and two out in the ninth on Tuesday, earning the closer a four-pitch save. Rodriguez has 46 saves, just eleven shy of the Major League record. "I find that to be questioning our integrity," Scioscia said. "Everything we do is what's best for the team. If the closer is available, why wouldn't you use him if the situation dictates the game needs to be closed out? Why wouldn't you?" "If there's a save situation and Frankie is available," he said, "he's going to get the ball."