Truth be told: I'm tired and cranky. I stayed up late, my team lost, and I'm not very happy about it. But, anyone wondering if the Red Sox can perform against the Yanks in the playoffs...allow me to comfort you: If Manny's bat had been in the line-up, would that have changed anything (Youkilis was missing, too)? I'm certain it would have. And...consider just this today, my bleary-eyed Boys of Summer: Clemens threw 47 strikes your way. If the 6 players who didn't get a hit last night had swung the bat just ONCE each - in addition to the swings they did take - chances are, there could've been three more hits. And, I'm certain THAT would've made a difference. I know it's September, guys...I know you're tired. But, we have to take more advantage of the opportunities when they present themselves.
As unhappy as I am about this loss, the "Battle of the Ages" last night was great baseball. All I have to say is...let's move on.
3am arrival time in Toronto for the Sox this morning...listen to me whining that I am tired and cranky! Tito doesn't seem agreeable to letting Doug Mirabelli catch for Wakefield tonight, though Doug has expressed a strong desire and willingness to do so. Manny Ramirez, though hitting homers consistently in batting practice, is not likely for tonight's lineup either. Youk is a probable no go, too. Get well, Men...heat, ice, chicken soup...whatever....tell me, I'll make you some!
We have 12 games left. The Evil Empire has 13. The magic number is 9. I never cheer for any other team, as I am truly Fenway Faithful. But, today, I find my new mantra to be: "Let's go Tigers"!! Detroit has to face Cleveland for the next 3...let's say a little prayer for 'em, shall we?
Wishes for peace, love, good baseball and a good night's sleep to us all...
Ann, the Red Sox Fan
As unhappy as I am about this loss, the "Battle of the Ages" last night was great baseball. All I have to say is...let's move on.
3am arrival time in Toronto for the Sox this morning...listen to me whining that I am tired and cranky! Tito doesn't seem agreeable to letting Doug Mirabelli catch for Wakefield tonight, though Doug has expressed a strong desire and willingness to do so. Manny Ramirez, though hitting homers consistently in batting practice, is not likely for tonight's lineup either. Youk is a probable no go, too. Get well, Men...heat, ice, chicken soup...whatever....tell me, I'll make you some!
We have 12 games left. The Evil Empire has 13. The magic number is 9. I never cheer for any other team, as I am truly Fenway Faithful. But, today, I find my new mantra to be: "Let's go Tigers"!! Detroit has to face Cleveland for the next 3...let's say a little prayer for 'em, shall we?
Wishes for peace, love, good baseball and a good night's sleep to us all...
Ann, the Red Sox Fan
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