Manager Gene Michael, who has only one left-handed bat (LeonDurham) in his lineup, has considered adding lefties when the Cubsface right-handed pitchers, but decided against it on a regularbasis.
"I can't get 16 homers (Gary Matthews' total) from (Thad) Bosleyor (Jerry) Mumphrey," Michael said. "And if we put Mumphrey incenterfield, we lose a little on defense. I just don't think theleft-handed hitters would help us score more runs."
Pitching coach Billy Connors worked with Rick Sutcliffe beforethe game. "We think he's rushing or his stride is too long," Michaelsaid. "His velocity is fine, but he's getting the ball up too much."
Braves' manager Chuck …
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