QUOTE (Princess Dye @ Jul 6, 2008 -> 08:32 PM)
yea Navarro's on the team, and that's the thing.
AJ's probably not going to get an at-bat if he's on the team.
So, if there's some Papelbon pitch that is routinely in the dirt in a certain situation, maybe Varitek knows that, can block it, and contribute to a save.
It's a little thing, but it's probably bigger for our wants and needs regarding the World Series home field.
The thing is, the All-Star game isnt all about who's deserving or not. Like it or not, it's now about getting a best fit for winning the game. If AJ isnt going to bat, get someone in there who will contribute.
Devil's advocacy sure is fun!
you aren't convincing me. AJ's handled some pretty sick pitchers in his career, I think he can handle Jonathen the AMAZING