It amazes me that people are second-guessing Murphy when we have a 2-0 lead on the Cubs, the team people were agonizing about a week ago.
It was a great plan to start Ashby. The start of the second game on Monday night was a nerve-racking proposition for any pitcher. So why not go with someone who’s been very good in tough situations down the stretch. But even Ashby felt the pressure and was not his best. Fortunately our hitters got some pitches to hit and did not miss.
Ifs don’t matter. You can if any scenario. They are not reality. The fact is we had a great game. That’s the reality.
I’m sure Greg wishes Murph had done things differently.