Yesterday, Vogt let his bullpen pitch two innings out of concern for the four-game series, and it cost them the game. But today, the starter was pulled early, putting an even bigger burden on them. In the playoffs, winning today matters more than worrying about tomorrow. #Rays
I didn't think Vogt should've pushed Espino for two innings, and the same goes for Festa. Four straight days of games is taking a toll on him. I'm not blaming him—I think Cleveland's bullpen depth pushed them into this situation. #Rays
Another one! #Rays
Considering Simpson's speed, Cash likely believed that simply BIP would be enough to score a run. Below is the hitting data with RISP against LHP.
Although Vilade offered better productivity, Williams was the better choice if the goal was to avoid a K and make contact. #Rays
I am still perplexed why Kevin Cash sent Ben Williamson, a guy with a 55.6% GB% this season, to the plate with your fastest player on 3rd base. Any sort of flyball is going to score him there.
You have Vilade who is a LHP specialist who can lift the ball. He's not a defensive replacement. Meanwhile, Williamson is you're most versatile defender on the infielder.
Win or lose, kinda need an explanation there.
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Crash Davis would be proud.
Two former Durham Bulls catchers. Two MLB managers. One trip to the World Series on the line. #Raysup
For me, Putting Williams in the lineup was a relatively easy decision. The one I wrestled with until the very end was Hicks vs. Fortes. Let’s see how this decision plays out. #Rays
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The Tampa Bay Rays agreed in recent hours with Dominican OF Yojanser Leiva, a 6-foot-4, 220-pound from Josue Herrera Academy, for a $10K bonus.
At 18, Leiva may be one of the most toolsy eligible players in the country’s market, with a chance to develop into a 5-tool player.
Here is my lineup for ALCS game 1
1. Diaz(DH)
2. Aranda(1B)
3. Caminero(3B)
4. Mesa. Jr (LF)
5. Vilade(RF)
6. Hicks(C)
7. Deluca(CF)
8. Willams(2B)
9. Walls(SS)
I don't start many RHB because I don’t think Griffin would throw for long, but Ben is necessary for a defense. #Rays











