Totally agree to try Triston in relief for now where he can just go after hitters - like he is NOT doing as a starter. We all remember that worked for Carrasco.civ ollilavad wrote:Bullpen spectacular.
They really did their job at re-assembling the pen . The Kluber trade turns out to be great. Karinchak was a great draft choice. They either made a lucky guess or knew something about Shaw. Sandlin was another excellent draft pick. Quantrill is another very solid reliever unless or until he goes back into the rotation. I wonder if McKenzie would be more effective in relief?
I hate this - but maybe use him as a "bulk reliever" like we just did with Hentges after using an opener. So maybe start with Sandlin for an inning or 2 then bring in McKenzie or even Quantrill. That was, as well, you can gradually get them stretched out for possibly a regular start.
As for Shaw - we all know Shaw and Tito are card playing buddies. My guess is that Tito knows how to use Shaw (and other relievers as well) so there is a comfort level there. Also allegedly Shaw has added a new pitch.