Wow, I thought this was the most winnable game in the series, going up against Colon. Guess not. If the opposing pitcher keeps walkin’ ya, and you don’t take advantage, it’s your fault, really. Let’s not ride Wakefield too hard: 5-6, 4.43 ERA - it’s average numbers for a #4 starter.
Optimist says: Damon seems to have found his groove back, after yesterday’s post-All Star Break dip. And (David) Ortiz hitting a shot against (Ramon) Ortiz was a nice bit of symmetry.
Schilling goes for the split tomorrow. Squash the Rally Monkey, dampen the Thundersticks.