Cincinnati.com · Jul 4, 2020
A 4-man rotation? Piggyback starters? Cincinnati Reds' Derek Johnson considering all ideas
When Cincinnati Reds pitching coach Derek Johnson prepares for a 60-game schedule, he looks at the starting rotation and sees endless possibilities.
It could mean piggybacking starters, so one starter pitches three innings and another starter follows for three innings. Another option is treating the staff like it’s a playoff series where guys return on short rest.
Trevor Bauer may receive his wish and start every fourth day, instead of the typical five days.