@LenoxOnBaseball@nut_history Hammaker gave up the grand slam to Fred Lynn that game. From what I remember, Whitey made some questionable choices on the pitching staff and they got crushed, ending the NL's long all-star game win streak.
@Hey_D_Ray@KevG163 1988 was a "normal" schedule for TB as they played 4 of the 5 AFC East teams. In 1987 they came off a 5th place finish in 1986 & back then 5th place schedules were outside the regular rotation. In 1987 they played 14 NFC teams (Cardinals twice) & only the Colts & Chargers in AFC.
@BeauBaehman@TimAllenRants@SparkyRadio Not sure if they can limit it, but I'm not a fan of the timing of the tournament altogether. There's a reason for spring training and the ramp-up it provides. Definitely affected Zerpa. I'm not sure what the answer is, but during spring training isn't it in my opinion.