Will Michael Lorenzen get a chance to start next year?
-- Jon J. Vera on Facebook
A lot depends before that could happen. First, the yet-to-be hired manager would likely have a say. Then, the Reds would have to see if they're successful at acquiring starting pitching from elsewhere. Finally, the front office and the new manager would have to evaluate whether having Lorenzen available to pitch once every fifth day (with pinch-hitting in between) is more valuable for the team than being able to work multiple innings a few days per week and batting for himself to extend his outings.