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But our backup must he a better option than playing an injured starter.

Whoever takes Jorge's place when he gets injured must be a better option than seeing Jorge limp and swing in obvious agony. I like Jorge too. I hate seeing play with obvious pain.

Yes, Rocco, we do need a first baseman. Plan on that.

When would it be better for the team to play your injured starter over your back up player? If your back up guy is good, never. I'd like us to be that deep.

Which should be better, playing an injured starter, or playing his backup?

Not popcorn, peanuts, and Frosty Malts?

Nothing implied. Just asking for my own piece of mind. Thanks for your reply.

Shaking off the rust applies to all of the players, right? Equally, or some more than others?

Is that his new title now?

I hope we see Paul Molitor's impact on the team over the course of the season. Have we offered him a managing position in our Minor leagues? It's a step back, I know, but I think he has much to offer our young players.

But I can't say 3 errors in one inning is good. And I don't wish to ignore it. I know ST stats don't mean diddly. But 3 errors in one inning still sucks.

3 errors. Nope. Not good.

The perennial loser? And sometimes referee?

It was audible in the video coverage also. Not just for Maeda. Between the broadcasters' comments I could hear "change-up" softly be spoken. Often.

The 9th innings of today's and yesterday's games looked like bad high school baseball. Mostly our opponents.

This looks like a bad high school game. A sloppy 9th inning.

Sloppy outfield play. Sac fly cost us a run. Poor mechanics. Poor throw. Thanks, wsnydes

How do I find these live game threads, live?

But they are getting paid like brain surgeons. .

I think versatility is over valued. I prefer excellent defensive specialists. Of course Injuries and emergencies happen.

Grey for me.

I have been shot down here before for suggesting using Polanco as a dh because he makes too much money. I still like the idea of have a switch hitter there. Polanco fits. Let him find his groove there. Simple.

Finally! no secret decoder ring needed! A baseball article that wasn't loaded with Statcast numbers. I understand words. Thank you.

My uncertainty could be alleviated for much less than millions of dollars. And I wouldn't play this year either. Grampa.

IF we have the best health for every player on our roster, sustained, record-setting GOOD health, we could be a very fun team to watch.