And we don't? Buchholz....Kelly...Wright (yes, he will regress. The question is how far). Every team has question marks. Thats why its more useful to look at performance.
Its not like Farrell doesn't do anything right. But he has sure had his share of questionable decisions this year...and last. He just isn't a very good in game tactician. His strength is in protecting his players and handling the media. Like Francona.
Rick Porcello ERA/ERA+ 2016: 3.51/114
Rick Porcello ERA/ERA+ 2014: 3.43/113
I think THIS is who Porcello is. He had a bad year last year, no doubt. He is due for a rebound year.
So is this the right move or not? I say yes, even though Ross has sucked from time to time. Porcello did his job, getting into the 7th inning. If Ross gets two outs then it should be Koji and Kimbrel
Yeah, thats why I used July 1. There is a point where they would have to look at that. Not after six games, obviously. I say we would need to consider our options by then, July 1