Was away for the whole series against Philly, hence the lack of updates. But great to see the Sox win a series, finally. And Ortiz’s play has been astounding: even the New York Times has noticed. (Side note: how come the Times doesn’t need to mention that it’s a part-owner of the Sox when it covers the Sox?) 72 RBI with more than half the season to play? Dear me, Manny’s going to have a hard time getting any RBIs if the Big O keeps clearing up the bases ahead of him. :)
Also saw Boston.com’s photo journal of the Sox wives’ gathering. Learnt (okay, I’m slow) that Schilling has a kid named Gehrig Schilling. Much as I respect the need to respect one’s idols, seems a tough name to give a kid.