One thing to keep in mind with Madrigal is if KLaw's source was accurate that Sox won't consider him cause of who they have at 2nd already. I think a lot have moved on from that comment, despite him usually having good sources
It's not about dominating, it's about not looking like you belong in Birmingham. No one thought Giolito would look like the worst pitcher in baseball. Fulmer sucking was way more expected.