I've been critical of how Baldelli treats players, who are injured, or who appear to be injured during the course of the season. When reading of Baldelli's physical maladies, that cut short his playing career, I understand his excessive concern for players. He had a very trying time, with fatigue, body and muscle aches, and soft tissue injuries.
While I believe he is overly cautious, I do understand the direction he is coming from.