I usually construct teamswith the bench as an afterthought, spending the least possible (theme allowing). I always figured I'd rather put the extra $50-$100K into the regular line-up or the bullpen. Well, I may just be changing my mind.
First round of the playoffs, series tied 1-1. Bottom of the 9th, down 2 runs, two on, two out, pinch-hitter Luis Medina steps up and slams a three-run HR to win. Next game, bottom of the 10th, two outs, tie game, Medina slaps a single to drive in the winning run from second base.
Luis Medina in the first round: 3 AB, 2 hits, 1 HR, 4 RBI, 2 GWRBI. MVP of the series with only three PAs.