Originally posted on 10/02/2013:

I don't see how you can back Salazar. Only reason the line is close is because home field and the winning streak.

Salazar pitched ok in September but against weak lineups, cws and mets. Cabrera was out against det. Salazar will throw strikes and Tampa will hit.

I'm also a strong believer in teams hitting better for certain pitchers. Not that they try harder but maybe they are more relaxed and the atmosphere for that game is better. Look at the run support he's gotten in the last month or two against solid teams.

Ill take Tampa again on the road against a win streak. Cleveland had a good season but it ends tonight.