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Originally Posted by Markus Heinsohn
Hey guys,
I was just running a few tests, and noticed that in 2008 real life no single pitcher in MLB started more than 34 games. NONE. Why is that? Are managers now sticking to the strict rotation at all cost (besides C.C.)? Were pitchers much more injured than usual? Are they out of gas because of no steriods?
From 1990 to 2007 each year you had to start at least 35 to lead the league, often times 36 and once 37. In the AL the past 3 years had a leader with 34!?
So, any ideas? Do I need to add a new era setting for endurance, called 'babies'?!
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Actually C.C. Sabathia started 35 games between Cleveland and Milwaukee. Considering the number of 3 day rest starts he had down the stretch he may only have had 32-33 starts anyway.
Seems to me that good SP are so rare that managers tend to push them back a day to match up with a rival or stronger team. So instead of your No.1 or 2 guy starting against just any team, you throw in your 3, 4, 5 guys or even a relief pitcher to get you 4-6 innings against the weaker teams.