Pedro Martinez explains why David Price should start Game 1 for the Red Sox
Red Sox fans wouldn't mind if Pedro himself took the mound instead.
In his 18 major league seasons, Pedro Martinez got plenty of postseason experience. He made 11 playoff starts for the Red Sox from 1998-2004, nearly always as the top starter in the rotation.
Now working as an analyst, Pedro gave his thoughts on what the Red Sox should do when it comes time to put someone on the mound for an important Game 1:
David Price is the guy who was brought over to start game one in post season, and he knows it and the Red Sox too.
— Pedro Martinez (@45PedroMartinez) September 29, 2016
I think Porcello feels comfortable being second in the rotation. I think it should stayed like that. If is not broken, don’t fix it.
— Pedro Martinez (@45PedroMartinez) September 29, 2016
Price has been in post season scenarios more than Porcello has; he is s suited for that situation, he will give you an opportunity to win.
— Pedro Martinez (@45PedroMartinez) September 29, 2016
It was a fairly hot take from Pedro, who seems to value intangibles and experience over actual performance: Price has a 2-7 career postseason record in 14 starts with a 5.12 ERA. Porcello has only started twice in the playoffs, but has a superior 4.41 ERA.
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