Actually . . .
Rivera only threw 139 more pitches this year than in 2003. And he had a lower OPS against than in 2003.
And Gordon threw only 103 more pitches than he threw in 2003. And he to had a lower OPS against.
Gordon just hasn't pitched well in the post-season. And Rivera's two "blown" saves actually consist of allowing on ly one run in four appearances.
|