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This is said awkwardly - you're thinking neither Patrick nor Gasser goes in game 3, right? May is a RHP, so I'd think Drohan or Harrison is the 2nd one in (possibly Hall or even Ashby, if we're "going for it"). Ideally, that gets us through 5 innings. Then I'd start going to the one inning right handers like Senzatela/Uribe rather than Patrick, who is our only right-handed long guy in the pen - it'd be smart to have him to back up the lefty Gasser in Game 4.

Here's a question for everyone - how much will the Brewers play Bauers in RF? That's a little bit of a dance that'll depend on situations, and I'm not sure he's fully healthy, either.

After googling, both the NHL and NBA do have regular season trophies. Of course they are not the big ones, though...

I really wish there was more pomp and circumstance about finishing with the best record after 162 games. I’ve pointed out before that the English Premier League gives the trophy to the regular season winner (there is no playoffs). To me, over 162, you’ve really proven you’re the best team, period. Having 3 bad games out of 5 (0.03 of the regular season) against another competent team really shouldn’t negate the whole season. But that’s how American sports works. oh, I don’t care about Dads or baby bears….

About 2 weeks ago, there was a lot of chatter about Don Mattingly who took over a 9-19 Phillies team and guided them to the playoffs. But, they fell off a bit and they also have a very high payroll. Should be Murphy

Murphy, for as old school as he looks, talks, and really is, has a decidedly modern way of managing *people*, at least IMO. People focus on strategies, which is a mix of throwback and analytics, but there is a saying that culture eats strategy for breakfast. That’s the secret sauce, and IMO, accountability and authenticity are key ingredients. It would fail, however, without the right players.

For whatever reason, Herrera has had great success against Miz. Walker has an HR on him, and Pages has been pretty good, too.

Turang is one RBI from triple digits and one SB from the 20-20 club. If you’re looking for a reason to care today….

Trying to be curious and not judgemental, can those of you who think this is embarrassing or cringey explain why. It’s not close to my reaction, but that doesn’t make it wrong - maybe I should feel that way but am such a sap that I fell for it…

Seconded. The concept of “team captain” also seems to be lost on some. Every good team I’ve ever been on - athletic or otherwise - has had someone that modeled the behavior that reflected the values of the organization (who’s not the “boss”).

Only two games left, but they probably should have promoted a utility infielder. Problem is, there are none on the 40-man roster. That’s why we’ve had to go get the Shewmake and Bae short termers during the season. Better hope Ortiz can heal up, or we are in a bit of a situation.

Should we be concerned about Vaughn? Also, this means El Gary is the backup 1B for the weekend...

Unless he's been added today, he's not on the roster. You may mean Richardson, who is also unlisted on the chart.

If Wilson's being brought in here. who's going down? I assume it's the guy they brought up yesterday to replace Gordon. Mildly surprised this isn't Drohan's start - he hasn't pitched since Friday in Balt, and Philly is not great against lefties. Whatevs. He'll likely be one of the arms today, anyway.