to @VTChip summary and potentially other articles in coming days that may shed more light on thinking. I doubt the coaches looked to get tossed to draw national or ACC attention as there is far more potential to lose than gain in that situation. Also interested in the starting pitching decision. If leap was a concern why not start Emma and see what they did early rather than risk in tight late game situation? As @HolidayInnHokie said maybe Keely having reentry option was the overriding variable. Should be some interesting postgame analysis and discussion from people closer to the situation.