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re: Starting skenes is a nutsy call

Posted on 6/22/23 at 1:14 pm to
Posted by DamnStrong
NOLA Til I Die!
Member since Aug 2008
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Posted on 6/22/23 at 1:14 pm to
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Once in MLB he'll get conditioned to do so, and it won't be in a win or go home game.

Wes Johnson is a MLB pitching coach. He will have Paul ready, physically and mentally. Relax
Posted by LostTiger27
Member since Aug 2019
327 posts
Posted on 6/22/23 at 1:16 pm to
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He’s a MLB caliber pitcher on a MLB pitcher’s rest. He will deal.

I keep seeing this but MLB pitchers are used to it for one and for two they also don't throw 124 pitches. Wake will try to get his pitch count up as we don't have much in the bullpen tonight behind him. I'm hoping for 5 shut out innings
Posted by G&P
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Posted on 6/22/23 at 1:16 pm to
Open AI:

"In Major League Baseball (MLB), the number of days of rest that a pitcher receives after pitching a game can vary depending on several factors. The rest period is designed to allow pitchers to recover and reduce the risk of injury due to overuse. The specific number of days of rest can depend on factors such as the pitch count, the number of innings pitched, the pitcher's age and conditioning, and the team's overall pitching strategy.

Traditionally, starting pitchers in MLB have received four days of rest between starts. This allows them to recover their arm strength and be ready for their next appearance. However, in recent years, there has been a trend toward more cautious pitch count management and an emphasis on pitcher health, resulting in pitchers receiving additional rest.

Some teams now employ a five-man rotation, which means each starting pitcher gets an extra day of rest and pitches once every five games. This can provide pitchers with more recovery time between outings. Additionally, teams may choose to give pitchers extra rest or skip a start altogether if they believe it will benefit the pitcher's performance and long-term health.

It's worth noting that relief pitchers, who typically pitch for shorter periods of time, may require less rest between appearances compared to starting pitchers. They can often pitch on consecutive days or with shorter rest periods between outings.

Ultimately, the number of days of rest a pitcher receives after a game depends on various factors and can vary from pitcher to pitcher and team to team. The specific rest schedule is typically managed by the team's coaching staff and is tailored to each pitcher's needs and the team's overall strategy."
Posted by LSU ATC
Member since Jan 2011
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Posted on 6/22/23 at 1:20 pm to
That’s great, but goes out the window during the playoffs.
Posted by Breauxsif
Member since May 2012
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Posted on 6/22/23 at 1:21 pm to
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#1 can’t expect him to be 100% which will change his effectiveness

Yeah ok…..
Posted by Fat Bastard
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Posted on 6/22/23 at 1:22 pm to
Posted by AlxTgr
Kyre Banorg
Member since Oct 2003
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Posted on 6/22/23 at 1:23 pm to
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can’t expect him to be 100% which will change his effectiveness
Why?

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he’s 2 days short of rest.
According to what?
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that’s a lot
According to what?
Posted by Alt26
Member since Mar 2010
35576 posts
Posted on 6/22/23 at 1:24 pm to
Who else are you going to throw?

Floyd is on even less rest.
Ack just threw 70 pitches two days ago
Coleman threw a bunch of pitches last night. About half didn't find the strike zone.
Cooper has pitched in every game thus far and has become LSU's de facto "closer" in the CWS.
Herring threw 70 pitches last night for the first time in his career.

Hurd is the only other reasonable option. But even he is on relatively short rest.

Yes, in an ideal world you wouldn't have to throw Skenes on short rest. But the "ideal" situation went out the door when you lost on Monday. It then became a survive and advance situation. LSU has done that. So while Skenes on 4 days rest may not be ideal, it is probably the best "bad" option you have left.

Posted by TNTigerman
James Island
Member since Sep 2012
12078 posts
Posted on 6/22/23 at 1:24 pm to
I'm sure Coach has already had a talk with Skenes and his dad.

And the Pirates.
Posted by paulb52
Member since Dec 2019
8462 posts
Posted on 6/22/23 at 1:29 pm to
After running through the bullpen the last two games it’s the only call. Lose tonight and there is no next game. It’s over. Just have to send Wake home regardless of Florida series outcome.
Posted by Tigers4Lyfe
Member since Nov 2010
6818 posts
Posted on 6/22/23 at 2:01 pm to
quote:

Wes Johnson is a MLB pitching coach. He will have Paul ready, physically and mentally. Relax
I'm relaxed. I want him to start.
Posted by maturetiger
Member since Apr 2008
170 posts
Posted on 6/22/23 at 2:02 pm to
if you only knew
Posted by Quatrepot
Member since Jun 2023
4154 posts
Posted on 6/22/23 at 2:03 pm to
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Starting skenes is a nutsy call
nah, easy call. Not starting him would be nutsy- and stupid.
Posted by maturetiger
Member since Apr 2008
170 posts
Posted on 6/22/23 at 2:05 pm to
mature answer..thanks
Posted by YMCA
It's Fun to Stay
Member since May 2011
5120 posts
Posted on 6/22/23 at 2:16 pm to
If that little skinny frick from Stanford was able to go 330 or so pitches in 3 games over like 8 days, I think Skenes can make it work in 4 days rest.

I’m going to go out on a limb and say Skenes has the better work ethic out of the 2.
Posted by lesserof2weevils
In my own mind
Member since Oct 2011
820 posts
Posted on 6/22/23 at 2:20 pm to
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Starting skenes is a nutsy call


I actually think they should put in the whole second string and save the starters for the championship. That would be the safest bet.


Posted by Tiger Ryno
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Member since Feb 2007
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Posted on 6/22/23 at 2:22 pm to
This is the game of his life. He Will MOW!!!
Posted by Mouth
Member since Jan 2008
23079 posts
Posted on 6/22/23 at 2:23 pm to
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Skenes has pitched on 5 days rest twice already this year:

Tennessee: 7IP / 5 Hits / 1 Run / 12 K's / 1 BB

Georgia: 7IP / 4 Hits / 2 Runs / 12 K's / 1 BB


this will be 4 days rest. but starting him is a no brainer.

Skenes will be his usual self I'm sure. Wake's in trouble.
Posted by Scopene
Member since Oct 2016
40 posts
Posted on 6/22/23 at 2:25 pm to
So if no Skenes, tell the board who starts and the pitchers who would close it out to get us to the final dance?

Oh I know, there aren't ANY!
This post was edited on 6/22/23 at 2:31 pm
Posted by runningdad85
Member since Mar 2013
340 posts
Posted on 6/22/23 at 2:26 pm to
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