I agree that it's important. I still don't think they go all out for it because of the slim chance they have of actually catching the NYY. They are better off taking it easy giving whoever needs some time off down the stretch.
Hell of a cut Wagner suffered last night. Rampage has got to be half retarded. Everyone knew Wagner would have a very hard time dealing with a good wrestler and Rampage decided to chose Madsen (2 time natl champ) as his opponent anyway.
I wouldn't mind seeing Martinez get fewer nights behind the plate until the playoffs begin. The Wild Card spot is locked up and he could benefit from not having to wear himself out unnecessarily the last couple weeks.