This is the type of organization that would pour far more analytical resources into something like maximizing fan engagement with minimal expense than they would spend on player evaluation and on-field products.
He needs to keep up appearances.
We can't have people thinking players go on the IL right away after an injury. We need to make sure they sit or play hurt for a week or so BEFORE going on the IL. That's the protocol.
I feel like if there's something there, somehow Getz would be fired by JR for questioning Pedro.
No logic or reasoning. Just thinking of maximum WTFness.