5 runs in, bases loaded (again), no outs

Where are you following it? *

link

https://stats.statbroadcast.com/broadcast/?id=521664

Thank you *

starter finally yanked - after facing 9 batters w 0 outs

What a pitching line: 9 batters faced, 5 hits (gtand slam), 3 BBs, 1 HBP and 9 earned runs.

Don't know anything about depth, tired arms, etc., but I'm guessing anyone paying attention wanted the guy to get relieved earlier (well, aside from the opposing dugout).

It's still early in the season, but methinks we have

a starting pitching problem.

Agreed…what’s the answer: a TB Rays thing?

And basically have a “starter in name only” with every game a bullpen game?

We’ve used this approach in a number of games already *

Yep, agreed…I guess that’s what I’m saying

Coach recognizes a deficiency and is trying to mitigate it

If we're seeing similar patterns when the ACC season

arrives, it won't surprise me if coach uses his best relievers, as necessary on Friday, with the idea that they may be able to contribute another inning or two on Sunday. It almost becomes a game of 'what approach gives us the best chance to win the series (2 of 3).'

Agreed. But we also don't quit - lead cut to 9-6 *

Now up 12-11 in top 8. *

now 14-11 ND t8

back to back 25 (or more) run games

that's your final!

Pitching needs work, ability to comeback multiple times and from big deficits is pretty impressive (albeit, against Tennessee Tech this weekend).