Yardwork: Orioles Sweep the Rays?
By Tim Ryan
Tigers 10, Yankees 7 — Four innings apiece from Phil Hughes and Bartolo Colon turned out to be nine earned runs. Glass half full? Only three walks.
Rangers 5, Red Sox 1 — Ian Kinsler’s bat appears to be healthy and the Red Sox pitching appears to be not quite as scary as advertised. Or, they just didn’t look so hot for three games. It’s been three games, people, eeeeeasy.
Dodgers 7, Giants 5 — The Dodgers are 3-1, and I strongly believe it has nothing to do with pitching and timely hitting, and everything to do with Don Mattingly’s preparation.
Phillies 7, Astros 3 — I’m sorry Astros fans, but every time Roy Oswalt squares off with Bud Norris, I’m taking Roy Oswalt.
Twins 4, Blue Jays 3 — Minnesota got their first win and Joe Nathan’s arm, while a bit shaky in its debut, still works.
Mets 9 Marlins 2 — If you’re not aboard the R.A. Dickey train, you’re losing. After three games – 3 games! – the Yankees and Mets share the same record.
Cardinals 2, Padres 0 — Jaime Garcia pitched a complete game, four hit shutout. Why? Dave Duncan’s calming wisdom.
Braves 11, Nationals 2 — Tim Hudson was awesome: 7 IP, 3 H, 1 ER, 1 BB, 5K. To keep with the positive vibe, this Nationals fan seems to have it all figured out:
Royals 12, Angels 9, 13 innings — The Royals are 3-1. We are running out of teams to make fun of. Just how are they doing it? They have reinforced the idea of winning in the end. What a message:
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