[Leo_The_Lip]

Your suggestion addresses the specific issue of late game defensive subs, however it does not address the bigger issue of the AI not optimizing the defensive positions of the players already in the lineup. This problem will still exist even if your suggestion is implemented. Why? Because poor defensive choices are made when the team is behind or tied, or in early innings due to injury or ejection.

So let's get the real issue fixed first and then see what problems remain with late game defensive subs.