It was pointed out last night on WTAM that the Indians lineup last night contained 9 former all-stars. That was interesting. Just like Bieber pitching well was interesting.
That the Indians lost today, given their division and the fact that they have no chance in heck of catching Houston means that today's game, and almost all the rest of them in the regular season, are meaningless.
I'll be honest with you. If we didn't have to get some momentum for the playoffs I would be happy if they lost every game the rest of the regular season. Crazy? Unless a miracle happen, no matter what:
- We will win the division
- We will play Boston in the first round and, likely, won't have home field advantage in the playoffs in any series this year.
- Kluber will likely not win the Cy Young Award unless he is unbelievable for the rest of the year AND we win his starts.
The only thing still in question is whether Jose Ramirez wins the AL MVP and that can happen if he just performs well. It doesn't matter how many games the Indians win the rest of the way (see Trout, Mike).
There is really nothing tangible to be gained by winning a single game the rest of the year. Intangible? Yes.
So, there is no tangible reason to win games.
However, losing games, now that is something else!
Right now, assuming we don't sign a qualifying free agent this winter, we would draft 24th in each round in the 2019 draft. If we go on a big losing streak we might end up drafting as high as 17th. This not only gives us a chance at better players it also gives us a bigger draft budget to work with. By my calculation, about $1.2 million more in bonus pool!
You play because there is something to play for. Even though these guys are professionals and have pride and would never lose on purpose, here is a vote for extreme mediocrity the rest of the way...assuming they turn it on and everyone is healthy for the playoffs.
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