What's the significance of the last 5 games? For several players it will mean the difference of receiving a playoff check or not.
Who's on the bubble? I think it's names like Tim Wakefield, Paul Byrd, Mike Timlin, David Aardsma, Dan Ross, Jeff Bailey, Chris Carter & Mark Kotsay. The last 5 games may be a showcase for each of these players to prove why they should make the 25-man playoff roster.
The bigger names to watch are J.D. Drew & Mike Lowell. Will either be able to play this week? If so, how much? Would Theo & Terry gamble on keeping a roster spot open for either one?
These remaining games are not about winning the division. They are about determining the playoff roster & setting up the pitching assignments for LA. Get ready, Red Sox fans, for some interesting picks or exclusions. You can't take everyone.
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