re: DAT 10/12-10/14. Astros to ALCS again. Game 1 Friday

This is sort of how teams are approaching the playoffs lately. Remember Hinch started JV on short rest up 2-1 in '19 and used JV in relief up 2-1 in '17. I'm sure there are other examples from other clubs doing something similar but I obviously do not follow as closely.

I can argue it both ways. I definitely understand the thought process of not leaving it up to one game where anything could happen. It's not like LMJ is on short rest either, this will be his regular turn.

I trust a Lance/Urquidy combo with Framber waiting. If the Astros lose this series up 2-0 with Lance and Framber starting four games combined it just wasn't meant to be.