Big opportunity for Smith to make a contribution and give himself something positive to build off of.
Also, I looked at this back-to-back as a likely split from the get go. I also expected it to be Smith's start. If we can get the win today, then tomorrow's game is gravy. Let Rittich have the two games off, and regroup in Philly on Saturday.
Wouldn't it be great if this roadtrip turns out to be where Smith and Neal step up bigtime.
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