A (Rare) Momentary Lapse of Reason for Tito
Perhaps there was a good reason for Terry Francona choosing to let Hideki Okajima pitch to Anaheim slugger Vlad Guerrero in the 7th inning of last night’s game, while having righty killer Justin Masterson ready in the bullpen. There has to be something I’m not privy to, some reason why this obvious move would not be made.
As of right now, I’m not seeing it. I’m writing this entry while the Angels have the bases loaded in the 7th. 2 outs. 5-4, Boston. This game has been one of the most nerve-wracking games I have watched in my lifetime. Between the blatant partisan rooting of Buck Martinez and Chip Caray, the ridiculous fans and their plastic noise-making apparati, and the fact that Red Sox pitchers could not find the plate if it was sewn into their skulls.
At 9:30 tonight, I was in perfect health. It is now 12:35, and I now have 3 ulcers the size of Susan B. Anthony dollars.
It’s amazing, the power this sport has over us.
So how are you feeling at 1.30am?
Some strange decisions in the late innings, but all wiped away as K-Rod’s shoulders slumped and his chin hit his chest!
Marsha says…
I am feeling rather happy right now at 2:30 am…I am proud of them….I LOVE this team
What an amazing game. Excruciating at times, beautiful in the end.
I am very grateful that this game was played on a Friday night and not a Tuesday.
Now for Beckett to slam the door…