Oct 30
Blanton will start Game 4 of the World Series, the Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
Recommendation: The Phillies could have pitched Game 1 winner Cliff Lee on three days' rest, but opted for Blanton instead. Lee will pitch Game 5 Monday on regular rest.
Oct 30
Blanton was picked to start Game 4 of the World Series for the defending champion Philadelphia Phillies.
Advice: Manager Charlie Manuel said Friday he will go with Blanton against the New York Yankees rather than ace Cliff Lee on short rest. Lee, who has never pitched on three days' rest, is slated to start Game 5.
