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What Advice Would You Give La Russa for Game 7?

Is the answer David Freese?

If you were Cardinals manager Tony La Russa in Game 7 of the World Series, what would you do with the following decisions:

  • Which pitcher do you start tonight? Chris Carpenter on three days rest? Jake Westbrook, winner of last night’s game? Kyle Lohse? Edwin Jackson? Someone else?
  • Who do you bat fourth behind Albert Pujols, given that lefthander Matt Harrison is starting for the Rangers?
  • Who do you start in the outfield, given that Matt Holliday is out with an injured finger? Who do you start in center?
  • Who do you start at second base, given the revolving door there: Nick Punto, Ryan Theriot, Skip Schumaker or someone else?
  • Do you still bring out Jason Motte as your closer (even though La Russa doesn’t call him that) after he has given up leads in two of his last three appearances?
  • What relievers would you rely upon tonight?
  • Any other moves you would make to ensure World Series Championship No. 11?

OK, St. Louis Cardinal fans. Give up your advice in the comments section below. Go Card!

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