Ya know, I think about that every time he comes out on deck in that role. If he's PH'ing, then there's probably a possibility the game can be won or tied with a HR. They rarely waste a Bonds' PH AB otherwise.

So they must feel that a walk is worth it. I don't know if it is. It sets up a force and unless it's the potential winning or tying run on 1B, why risk it?
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