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I noticed a similar situation recently. I am the GM, and rarely "watch" individual games. But my team made it to the World Series and I watched the entire game 6 and game 7 play by play. Game 6 and 7 were both in the NL park, so pitchers were batting.
Game 6 - We're leading by 2 runs in the top of the 8th when our pitchers spot is due up. The pitcher had pitched well, but his pitch count was about 120 at this point and we have 3 very good rested relievers in the pen. The pitcher bats.....then struggles through the bottom of the 8th giving up one run and was replaced with a reliever for the bottom of the 9th.
Game 7 - Our starting pitcher is getting beat up and we're down 5-0 by the 4th inning...... The pitchers spot comes up....and he stays in the game and bats......
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