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Pomeranz finds motivation facing aces
- Updated: May 5, 2016
SAN DIEGO — Drew Pomeranz isn’t taking his foot off the gas. He can’t afford to.
The Padres left-hander has been a revelation this season, having posted a 2.48 ERA, with opponents hitting .194 against him. He’s also been matched up with an opposing ace practically every time he’s taken the hill.
Last week it was Madison Bumgarner. On Sunday, it was Clayton Kershaw. Friday night, he’ll get Mets flame-thrower Noah Syndergaard. (Not to mention: Pomeranz was on the hill during Vince Velasquez’s 16-strikeout performance in Philadelphia.)
“In my mind, I’m facing the ace, no matter what,” Pomeranz said. “I’m trying to give up the least amount of runs possible. It doesn’t really change my mindset out there. It is kind of fun though, getting to face some of these No. …
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