I think if Matusz doesn't pitch decently today, he'll go to Norfolk

[Frobby]

Just my opinion, but I think Matusz is pitching for his job today. I hope he does well enough to keep it.

[bobmc]

Probably so and we will see MGon a few times until Tilly replaces him. I assume we acquire another starter along the way.

[Pickles]

I think this is pretty accurate. I think the trade yesterday signalled that the O's are going to do whatever they can to stay in this thing as long as possible. And running guys out there who aren't getting the job done won't be tolerated as long as there are some other options. I think Tillman has made a strong case he's ready to contribute, and I think they believe he can, so this may be Matusz' last chance if he doesn't get the job done.

[Malike]

The Indians were 6-22 against lefties coming into yesterday's game. I fully expect them to pound Matusz and he will wind up in Norfolk.

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[russ snyder]

Just my opinion, but I think Matusz is pitching for his job today. I hope he does well enough to keep it.

I think you are correct. IMO this should be his last shot. If the Indians (who have been struggling against lefties) light him up, he needs to go down.

[El Gordo]

The Indians were 6-22 against lefties coming into yesterday's game. I fully expect them to pound Matusz and he will wind up in Norfolk.

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I wish I didn't agree with you.

[waroriole]

I think this is pretty accurate. I think the trade yesterday signalled that the O's are going to do whatever they can to stay in this thing as long as possible. And running guys out there who aren't getting the job done won't be tolerated as long as there are some other options. I think Tillman has made a strong case he's ready to contribute, and I think they believe he can, so this may be Matusz' last chance if he doesn't get the job done.

Good point, I agree. MGon probably works long relief today if Matusz gets touched up and then takes his start on Friday.

[CA-ORIOLE]

The Indians were 6-22 against lefties coming into yesterday's game. I fully expect them to pound Matusz....

Sounds about right.

[The Rick]

Probably so and we will see MGon a few times until Tilly replaces him. I assume we acquire another starter along the way.

I agree - but I think MGon and Tillman could both wind up starting for us in the next couple of weeks. We need a starter Thursday, and if Matusz sucks today, we may need a starter Friday for his spot. Pretty interesting time right now.

[section18]

We need him to pitch well enough to keep his trade value up. I would be surprised if he lasts 4 innings today and gives up less than 4 runs. I hope he does go longer and holds them to under 5 runs..

[CanadianOriole]

I think his spot is on the line - and I think he answers the bell. This kind of prediction can look bad in about 20 minutes - but I think he does well before tiring in the heat today.

6ip 5h 1ER 1BB 5k

O's win 4-2.

[Rene88]

Just my opinion, but I think Matusz is pitching for his job today. I hope he does well enough to keep it.

Agreed but I also am irate Jake got so many chances.

Enough already.

[Rene88]

I also think you will see a very "patient" Indians lineup today. They will make Matusz work and have to throw strikes. He better or he wont be in there for very long.

Not us, we just swing away. Frustrating.

[section18]

Jake appears to be a guy that will eventually be a long guy out of the pen. He can't seem to get through a lineuip more than twice and last more than 5 or 6 innings.

[Greg]

Time to go down