For a pitcher who was supposed to have a major-league fastball and still-developing breaking pitches, Scott Mathieson acquitted himself well tonight. His breaking stuff was better than I expected, and considering he was making his major-league debut, he exhibited poise, walking only two batters (one intentionally) and none until the sixth inning when his pitch count approached 100.
His line: 6 IP, 8 H, 4 R/ER, 2 BB, 5 K, 1 HR, 1 WP, 1 balk, 92 pitches, 58 strikes
Considering how the Phillies' starters have pitched lately, Mathieson probably deserves another start.
What do you think?
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Anybody deserves a shot to pitch for this team. I think the time is right to dump Abreu and get another arm. I dont know what is out there or who is willing to trade up a starter for Abreu but if you want to make a move now is the time.
I think the Phils need a shake up. This team has not had a significant mid or late season trade in many years. Abreu has done great things while a Phil. But, he is getting older, and his power numbers are declining. Oh and by the way, he has not won a playoff game in a Phils uniform.
Time to shake it up or sit and watch again in October.
Even worse, Abreu hasn't PLAYED in a playoff game as a Phillie. That's the big issue. It's hardly Abreu's fault (at least not entirely), but still ...
I wouldn't hold my breath waiting for a shake-up, though. I'm not sure it's going to be a very active trade market at the July 31 deadline. We'll know more in a few weeks.
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