The Tigers/Red Sox series may have the absolute best pitching I have ever seen in a postseason series. The Tigers have been the headliners, but the Red Sox pitching, especially Koji Uehara, have been really solid. With just average hitting, they could have swept this series. Maybe John Farrell need to shuffle the lineup, or make a couple of changes. I would have thought an occasional bunt would be in order, even if this is the American League. Jim Leyland made a couple of lineup moves that paid off last night. If the Tiger starters keep throwing it the way they have been, it could be really difficult for the Red Sox to score anyway.
Tonight, weather could be a real factor. Rain is falling currently at Comerica Park, and the forecasts are for rain and showers through at least 10 pm. A late start could be a real possibility due to the travel day tomorrow. Look for lots of bleary eyes at work tomorrow.
I actually had someone tell me that he believed Justin Verlander choked in his loss. By missing one pitch? By getting no run support? Yeah, me either.
The Dodgers/Cardinals series should go down to the wire. Clayton Kershaw should beat Michael Wacha, who has pitched gallantly in the playoffs. But the Cardinals still have their ace, Adam Wainwright, against a decent second, Hun-Jin Ryu in game seven. Pitching matchups favor the Cardinals in the pivotal game, should it get there.
I could see an adjustment coming, just not sure which one. Both teams have started to hit, which is to be expected late in a series. I believe it will be the big hit, or a little unexpected small ball that could make a huge difference in deciding the series. Everything else seems equal.
So...am I off base?
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