i said this after they lost 2nd straight series after the royals and some people here disagree with me.
Bailed him out… was just trying to set up another swing/miss at a slider. Now I do want him to try and throw that slider for a strike to Chas… 3 run HR if so.
I think we should have all expected a bit of a letdown this season. After the cheating scapegoating, it was everyone vs the Astros and that 2nd title was practically required. They were on a mission and grinding for years. They had to lose some of their edge after finishing the job. Missing the playoffs this season should light a major fire under this team again if it happens. The future is still bright (sans Dusty).