the dump's sportslog - baseball analysis

3.31.2003

 
Observations while wondering how quickly MLB.tv games are going to be archived...
Aside from the gruesome Jeter injury, the extent of which is not yet known, this is a great night for the Yankees. Not only did Clemens pitch very well against a damn good lineup, but Jose Contreras has just come in (we're just through the seventh inning as I type this) and struck out the side after giving up a leadoff double to Eric Hinske. The Yanks lead 8-0, including an RBI single by Matsui and homers by Ventura (2-run) and Soriano (grand slam, the first of his career).

On top of that, I had the distinct pleasure of seeing the Red Sox blow a Pedro opening day start at Tampa, taking a 4-1 lead into the bottom of the ninth only to see it blown by Alan Embree and Chad Fox. One strike away from victory, Carl Crawford hit a three-run homer to right-center off Fox to make Lou Piniella's debut a victorious one, winning 6-4. Very enjoyable Opening Day all around, I only wish there were some late games. But there will be, starting tomorrow.

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