It's not a tactic to use every time, but one that will tip the scales in specific matchups. Using the E/Mauler Bashi or Ghulam, against a Hollowman or Dakini link, for example. Or dropping a nimbus zone on a mine before you walk round the corner.
I found the pitcher is one of the key highlights of the Druze hackers - especially if you've already got Leila and an Al-Hawwa, and a Kameel...