Here's one more thing to consider. If both Betts and JD are not playing, why have the only real power threat in the line-up leading off? Just another head scratcher.
The bad batters on the SOX have been bad most of the year. Moreland, who is not and never will be a .300 hitter, is starting to decline to his normal .260 average. I'm not dissing Moreland, but you are what you are.
Note to Cora: I know you're obsessed with resting guys, but it's hard to win when Betts is out and you're resting JD. Btw, the paying fans should get a discount when BETTS and JD are both not playing.