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The San Francisco Giants saw their even-year postseason magic vanish Tuesday night as their bullpen melted down.But perhaps no one took it harder than a pitcher who never saw the mound.Santiago Casilla, who lost his closer job in mid-September, was never even called to warm up as the Giants used five relievers in the ninth inning while the Chicago Cubs staged a four-run rally to win 6-5?in Game 4, clinching the National League Division Series.After the loss, Casilla was in tears at his locker.I never had that moment before during five years here, Casilla told the San Jose Mercury News. I had a little struggle. But everybody [in the bullpen] has had their bad moments. I think they forgot all the great moments Ive had here. Ive pitched a lot in the playoffs and done my job. I know I am a good pitcher.Casilla had nine blown saves this season, tied for the most in the majors, and 31 saves. And he was part of the Giants biggest problem as they went from owning the best record in baseball at the All-Star break to battling for a wild-card spot. The bullpen helped set a dubious franchise record, with the team losing nine games it led after eight innings -- the most in the majors -- including five in September.Im a pitcher. Im part of the bullpen. I know I have had some bad moments in September and during the season, but I have good numbers in the playoffs and I know I can pitch in that situation, Casilla told The Mercury News. I know I can pitch in the big leagues.Casilla, 36, was part of the Giants teams that won World Series titles in 2010, 2012 and 2014, and had served as the teams primary closer since midway through the 14 season. He has a 3.19 ERA and 1.28 WHIP in the regular season. In addition, he has a 0.92 ERA and 1.02 WHIP in 25 postseason appearances, all with the Giants, with one win in 2012 and four saves in 2014. 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The players were also instructed to leave expensive jewelry at home, to bring all prescription medicine in a labeled bottle and to not use any ATMs in Mexico.Mark Waller, the NFLs executive vice president of international, said the league was not aware of the Texans memo but also said individual teams are responsible for their own day-to-day activities.Waller stressed the NFL shares concerns regarding the players health and safety wherever they play. Waller said the game in Mexico was no different than any other international game. The NFL already has played three games this season in London.With the world we live in today, there are a lot of concerns everywhere, Waller said. Its a complicated world.The Raiders, a team spokesperson said, will eat at the team hotel with food provided by the establishment and the league will provide bottled water and Gatorade. The team has experience with international games, having played in London during the 2014 season.We understand some of the issues that are there, potentially, Raiders coach Jack Del Rio said. Thats been addressed. Well put our plan together and go down and compete. I know its going to be a great atmosphere. It sold out quickly. People are going to be excited to put on a good show down there. It shoulld be a heck of a game.ddddddddddddThe teams will fly charter planes into a private airport in Mexico City on Sunday and plan to fly out after the game Monday night. Waller said because it is a Monday night game, it makes for a shorter week. Thus, the league focused on getting the teams out as quickly as possible by using a private airport.OBrien said the memo was not unusual for organizations to distribute to its members who are traveling to other countries.Were taking our team to a unique, unfamiliar environment to play an NFL game where basically peak performance is a necessity, so its responsible for our organization to offer simple suggestions, OBrien said.The Texans also provided players with ways to improve hydration and ways to address the high altitude in Mexico City. Azteca Stadium is at 7,382 feet above sea level, 2,100 feet higher than Denver. When at home, Oakland plays at three feet above sea level; Houston at 65 feet.Raiders left tackle Donald Penn said some of his teammates have been using elevation training masks on the treadmill and in the weight room.The Texans memo included information on avoiding the negative effects of altitude and how to prevent altitude sickness -- stressing hydration.Texans left tackle Duane Brown said he wasnt concerned because he knows the Raiders will also be dealing with the same issues.Were on an equal playing field, Brown said. No ones more used to the altitude than the other team, so were all going out there with the same struggle, if there will be a struggle.Added Joseph: It really doesnt make a big difference. In Denver, it was the same thing. People talked about it, but I didnt feel anything. ' ' '