"The Cubs used that same setup multiple times last year on Rea days, with great success. The Phillies have been great against righties but abysmal against lefties."
"The Cubs could benefit from ensuring that they get to deploy a lefty against the top of the Phillies lineup in an inning when the game is still close."
"Riley Martin's multi-inning appearances at Iowa earlier this year speak to the potential for him to go multiple innings if he performs well."
"Even if it's just a true one-inning-opener situation for Martin, I like the approach. It is strategically sound."
Riley Martin is set to start against the Philadelphia Phillies, with Colin Rea expected to follow as the bulk pitcher. This strategy aims to exploit the Phillies' struggles against left-handed pitchers, particularly with key lefty hitters at the top of their lineup. The Cubs have successfully used this approach before, and it allows them to protect Rea from facing top hitters multiple times. Martin's recent multi-inning appearances suggest he may handle more than one inning if effective, making this a strategically sound decision.
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