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Originally Posted by Vris
I think pulling Rauch was your biggest mistake. Were you going for the win? If not, what more do you have to lose to let the kid pitch another inning and keep the game scoreless? Your bullpen is overworked as it is. The kid has to prove he can win a game for you.
He could very well be the Rookie Who Plays Surprisingly Well, but let him show you that. 10 innings in 2 starts? Let the kid pitch. White Sox fans want to know what Rauch can do!
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I figured with the tying run on second, the lead run on first, and a left-hander on the mound, I'd be flogged if I didn't pinch-hit, since
Brian Buchanan is a legitimate threat in that situation.
In hindsight...I don't know, I'm not sure that I wouldn't've done the same thing. I'm not one to forego a chance to score or win a game...but you're absolutely right,
Rauch needs a chance to work deep into a game. But at the very least, if I ever want to go to an 8-man rotation, there's at least one guy to plug in there!
