What happened: Taylor took over in the eighth of a postseason game Chicago led, with the tying run scheduled to hit. It is his first appearance since a 42-pitch outing two days ago.

Why it matters: Deploying a core late-inning arm on two days rest signals a win-now eighth inning. Taylor's recent four-inning postseason save established his extended role. Stranding the tying run preserves Chicago's position in the series.

What to watch: Watch whether Taylor strands the tying run in the eighth and how much length Chicago asks for on short rest.