The idea that you can use Jake when needed is not possible on a practical level and not advisable on a strategic level
Starting pitchers need to know when they are pitching so they can prepare properly. You cannot tell Jake the night before a game that he is pitching the next day, no matter how much rest he has had
The only caveat to this is of Jake is hurt, which we know is possible. But he did not look hurt in his last start
On a strategic level, waiting to use Jake for the next round is too cute. In the playoffs, you win today. Worry about the Dodgers if and when we get there. No matter what happens in gamec1 vs SD, try to win game 2. Jake gives you the best chance to do so, so you pitch Jake in game 2.
All year Buck has managed for tomorrow. That needs to stop now. Win today’s game, without any regard for tomorrow.
My belief is that Jake was much better than Max in Atlanta, and has better stuff.
I just hope Jake is not hurt
If Jake is fine, he needs to pitch as early as possible
Been a Mets fan since day 1. Great Season but somehow feels empty.
Let's take care of business against the Padres and then worry about the next round.
The idea that you can use Jake when needed is not possible on a practical level and not advisable on a strategic level
Starting pitchers need to know when they are pitching so they can prepare properly. You cannot tell Jake the night before a game that he is pitching the next day, no matter how much rest he has had
The only caveat to this is of Jake is hurt, which we know is possible. But he did not look hurt in his last start
On a strategic level, waiting to use Jake for the next round is too cute. In the playoffs, you win today. Worry about the Dodgers if and when we get there. No matter what happens in gamec1 vs SD, try to win game 2. Jake gives you the best chance to do so, so you pitch Jake in game 2.
All year Buck has managed for tomorrow. That needs to stop now. Win today’s game, without any regard for tomorrow.
My belief is that Jake was much better than Max in Atlanta, and has better stuff.
I just hope Jake is not hurt
If Jake is fine, he needs to pitch as early as possible