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Originally Posted by Lumber-n-Lightning
OK, thanks for that.
One other question. Is there anything - beyond a high catcher ability - that can be done to minimize PB/WP when a knuckler is on the mound? I don't imagine the game gets into designated battery mates and the like.
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As said earlier, yes, knuckleballer can get away with a good/great knuckler and just one other pitch.
About that PB/WP question, I don't think so. It's basically catcher ability and his rating (experience) at the position.
About young pitchers and injuries.. To me, it's like a roll of dice everytime a guy takes the mound. So, I try to go with 6-man rotations in the minors, minimize the possibilities of injury, but let the guy get deep into games (if he has the stamina), so he can get a good amount of innings.