Walker starting either game 1 or 2 a given?

Obviously, Lange is almost certain to start game 1, but being that game 2 is equally important (either to preserve winner's bracket position or remain alive) has Walker at this point earned that spot? I think so.

Conventional wisdom says that you should go with a veteran in a big environment like that, but sometimes you can tell when a player has the clutch/it factor. Walker has that as evidenced by his recent performances in championship clinching situations, as well as his pedigree. I don't want to pile on Poche, but he doesn't quite handle adverse and pressure situations as well as Lange or Walker. I think you have to pitch Walker in one of the first two games.

Side note, and I know it'll be unpopular here, but I wouldn't disagree with trotting out Walker there for game 1 against FSU to preserve Lange for OSU or an elimination situation. Conventional wisdom does actually take precedence in this case because Lange is a pitcher made for a moment like this. For all the talk that will ensue about trotting out a Freshman game 1, I counter with directing your memory to 2015 when conventional wisdom had Poche start game 1 and Lange game 2. Who looked more ready for the moment? Sometimes an athlete has it, and I'm convinced Walker is built for this type of moment.

That being said, I won't complain when Lange takes the mound game 1, eta. as pointed out, because it would also mean he can be utilized more throughout the series.

Damn, I can't f'n wait for the weekend.