So my girlfriend and I were having a discussion about Trevor Hoffman and the importance of closers. I feel that they come in in pressure situations and do a truly tough job, however, she asked me why they don't come in when the team is losing instead of when the team is winning. Her reasoning is that when the team is losing, why not put in the pitcher who won't allow runs so that the team has a better chance at a comeback, instead of preserving a lead which can't be too hard. I disagree with her but can't give her a reason why they come in with a lead rather than when they are in a deficit. Any help would be appreciated.
