Avila's first big decision and he blows it big time. Yes he's a good guy but I've never been so disappointed with the on-field decisions of a manager as with Ausmus.
There's nothing he could do with the starting pitching but the bullpen management has been terrible. Things like having only two decent relievers and when the game is on the line neither are available because they were wasted in a blowout the night before. Worst situational hitting and base running I've ever seen has been this year. The Tigers must lead the league in being thrown out on the bases both in caught-stealing and at home. The lack of hustle running to 1st base is part of the reason for leading the league in ground into double plays. I could go on but I feel ill.