NLCS Pitching and Gametimes (rotation discussion here)

[AZBrewCrew]

Not sure if its been mentioned yet, but Adam McCalvy tweeted that BA will be calling the NLCS..

[brettac1]

This really shouldn't be a surprise but it still is. The packers are being moved to 94.5 on Sunday to make way for the Brewers game. Always nice to see the Brewers get top billing.

Wouldn't it really just be pre-game that is being moved? There should be plenty of time for them to wrap up the Brewers broadcast before a 7:20 kickoff.

[Team Canada]

Merging "NLCS rotation?" and "NLCS Pitching and Gametimes" threads..

[ilovebeer]

Mark A dad will sign the anthem, Gormen will throw out the first pitch and rally towels be giving out .

[razzzorsharp]

Gormen, sweet. Wish I was going to be there with my powder blue Thomas jersey.

[Blancofan1]

Anyone know if the Sunday game is going to be at 3:05 regardless of if there is an ALCS game 7 that night? Just wondering if that would be changed to a 7:05 start time.

[ilovebeer]

I think i read earlier today either at 4 or 7

[Ennder]

Anyone know if the Sunday game is going to be at 3:05 regardless of if there is an ALCS game 7 that night? Just wondering if that would be changed to a 7:05 start time.

I don't know the answer for sure but we were trying to set our fall ball schedules for that day and the other person I work with in setting up the league suggested the game might be at 7, so I think there is a chance it can be changed.

[fondybrewfan]

I think the time is still TBD. I believe it would be at 3PM if there is an ALCS Game #7 and 7 if the ALCS finishes on Saturday.

 

The bigger question is can we really trust Marcum in Game #6 (Especially if we were to lose Game #5). I don't want to be in RR's position if he has to make that decision in a do or die game.

[Ennder]

I think the time is still TBD. I believe it would be at 3PM if there is an ALCS Game #7 and 7 if the ALCS finishes on Saturday.

 

The bigger question is can we really trust Marcum in Game #6 (Especially if we were to lose Game #5). I don't want to be in RR's position if he has to make that decision in a do or die game.

We can certainly trust him as much as we trusted Wolf tonight and that worked out.

[Schlitz001]

I think Marcum starts game 6, but if the Brewers lose tomorrow he's going to have a REALLY short leash with Gallardo ready to go on short rest.

[fondybrewfan]

Starting Marcum if we win Game #5 is a no brainer; if we were to lose I guess I would still start him but also have Narveson and Gallardo on alert if he struggles early

[brewmann04]

Now that we are Tied do you push Zac back a day to Saturday.

[Brewer Fever]

Now that we are Tied do you push Zac back a day to Saturday.

Don't think so, he's too fickle. He really likes his usual 4 day rest. Besides, the next game would be Sunday not Saturday. He'd be on 6 days rest.

[PrinceEatMeat]

No, I think you stick with Greinke and go for the win tomorrow. If we win, that allows us to feel a little better throwing Marcum out there in Game 6. If we lose Game 5, I think we should just go with Yo in Game 6 and Wolf in Game 7. Marcum can be available in relief both games.

[Ennder]

Now that we are Tied do you push Zac back a day to Saturday.

Saturday is an off day so I doubt it. I think you have to go with your 3 best starters the next 3 games and that is marcum, greinke and gallardo even if not all games are on full rest.

[DHonks]

Gene, there is no game Saturday. Greinke would go tomorrow on regular rest and he'll win. Then Sunday would be either Marcum, Gallardo (on short rest), or a Narvy-Estrada-Saito-KRod-Axford plan.

[brewmann04]

oh doug i thought there was one thanks for the update especially since i have a family function planned. whew

Doug how are things going hope all is well.

hopefully Sunday game will be after my Steelers game.

[TooLiveBrew]

I think Garcia is going to come out sharp, so I hope this is laser-beam Greinke & not misfire Greinke. The Brewers can win this next game. La Russa will seemingly go to his bullpen in the 3rd inning, so if they can make him sweat over Garcia, a lot of runs are out there. Maybe some relieves are tiring, or the hitters have seen enough of them that they can attack.

[brewmann04]

the key for the game is the hitters need to step up especially Weeks.

[Bombers]

In all honesty it would be hard to not pitch Wolf if there is a game 7. He would be on 3 days rest but after today's game and his very solid career numbers vs the cards, I dunno. I just cannot imagine tossing Marcum back out there, especially in a game 7. Greinke has game 5. I match Yo vs Carp once again for game 6. Then Wolf if needed for game 7.

[pitchleague]

oh how I hope that Texas finishes the ALCS off on Saturday. The guys and I are heading to Laughlin on Sunday for football, parlays, and cards. I really don't want to leave after the early NFL games to make sure I get home for first pitch. And I REALLY, REALLY don't want to try to fight to find a TV that has the game on during the NFL games.

[burnzy24]

Marcum to start game 6. Link

 

I'm guessing Wolf's start must have convinced Roenicke to give Marcum another shot. He better be quick with the trigger if he struggles.

[Invader3K]

Marcum to start game 6. Link

 

I'm guessing Wolf's start must have convinced Roenicke to give Marcum another shot. He better be quick with the trigger if he struggles.

Yeah, hopefully Wolf or Narveson will be waiting in the wings to step in if he struggles early.

[SconnieKid]

<----- Disappointed. I think I am going to break the piggybank to go to that game and I am not looking forward to watching Marcum.