Most of you probably didn't see it and didn't care to, but the Red Sox/Rangers game was a gem last night. Both starting pitchers pitched really well, for so early in the season. Some nifty defensive plays, and every AB was important, as the final score was 2-1. I was very impressed with Beckett. He could've gotten very frustrated, as the Sox didn't get any offense going for him early, but he didn't.

I'll agree with Mick. Start the playoffs. The Sox are in, the Yankees are out. :D Pretty sure that won't be the case in October. Dan won't even bother to respond to this until the All-Star break. :)

I saw part of the BoSox game. Unfortunately, I also saw part of the Yankees game too.

Papelbon sure was impressive. Looks like Keith Foulke and his 7 1/2 mil a year might be getting a lot of late pine time. Gotta kinda admire a manager that would make the decision this early in the season to use what he thinks is his best closer instead of his highest paid one. Of course, the first time that Papelbon blows one- and he will- his sainthood will be null and void.

I can't wait for Wells to re-join the Sox. Build up the ol' team unity.

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I never pass up an opportunity to prove you wrong.

See you around Labor Day!

:D

Classic. :D

Shhh...don't encourage him.

How 'bout them Cubbies!

Think Prior and Wood will be ready for opening day? Opening day 2007?

Sigh...thanks alot o' Juggling One.

I've almost gotten to the point of considering their contributions, combined, to be essentially a 5th starter. If the Cubs get more out them, it's a bonus. If they can get Wade Miller in the rotation, keep Zambrano off the internet, and find a refill on Maddux's "fountain of youth" water bottle, they just might give Houston a good battle for second.

So, in the meantime:
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I predict that the Cubs will have a better year than Bush. So far, everything is right on track.

Rangers set record against Detroit.
 

Tonight, the Rangers have given up 6 home runs in 4 innings. :)

I can't believe Dan's not posting about Pedro plunking 3 guys last night. The Mets hit 5 batters total. Then when the Nats pitcher hits his first guy of the night, he's immediately tossed, along with Frank Robinson. Go figure.

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Wow....better order the rings. :)

Getting my lawn chair out for the parade. Jimbo is a great manager!

I knew you were form the UP, mick, and thought about how close I am when I travel up I75 to the Soo for football. But heck, you're way out there!