It might be the only way to make Pat Murphy go silent:Â Ask him who’s the starting pitcher for Sunday’s Game 1 of the College World Series against North Carolina.
He didn’t answer that one Friday, and this hunch says Murphy won’t reveal it Saturday either.
History suggests Murphy loves the sideshow of the CWS, and seems to enjoy the spotlight that goes with it. Better to leave UNC, media and fans all guessing.
It’s comedy, or at least amusement, for Murphy. Ultimately it doesn’t really matter, the Tar Heels have likely watched footage of both Mike Leake and Josh Spence.
But given this team has two aces for the first time in ages, why should Murphy tip his hand? Prove he’s not paranoid about such things?
Ha! He’s become his own show at times during ASU’s recent trips to Omaha, so whether it’s paranoia, being coy or comedy, Murphy is adept at all three.
That’s Pat.
