It’s not often an all-star athlete makes a mental mistake. Power hitter, Vladimir Guerrero, threatens teams with his terrifying timing at the plate. His quick, fluid stroke has raked in RBIs during countless games throughout the veteran’s career. One of the most underrated ballplayers, Vlad’s big-league presence in a lineup looms like a murky cloud. Pitchers avoid throwing him anything down the middle or high and outside. His ability to pull the ball sends shivers down the spines of the men who stand facing his fearful squatting stance. That being said, it was surprising to see Guerrero’s base running miscue during Game 1 of the ALDS against Boston. Torii Hunter clubbed the ball to the outfield with Vlad on first base. Rounding second, on his way to third, Guerrero neglected to notice the Angel’s third base coach signal to hold up. Thus, mighty Vlad was tagged out, limping on the way. The moment was a momentum-changing one for Boston and gave them a little esteem on the road in California.
If you give the Boston Red Sox any little chance, they will take advantage. I’ve noticed recent history has proven that. Recent history has also attested an Angel breakdown in the post-season. The team that won 100 games this season could go down in round one here if they can’t find a way to bounce back tonight. Boston’s Jon Lester pitched pronouncedly and preserved the pact for Game 1. Tonight, Dice K and his 18-3 regular season record, takes the mound for Boston. In the first game, John Lackey threw thoroughly enough for six innings, but it did not win the game. This Boston team is complete with integrate unknowns who go out and get the job done despite so-so talent. Jason Bay makes the mid-season Manny Ramirez trade seem moot. Ramirez is lighting it up for L.A. now, but Bay’s homerun was the key hit on Wednesday night. I expect Ervin Santana to pitch a good game for the Angels. Anaheim should win tonight. I can’t see this club being swept by Boston again this post-season.
Parting points: Check out the band Blue October. They have a new cd coming out soon but their older stuff is great too.
I said not to underestimate the Pitt Panthers. How about McCoy’s two touchdowns and the game winning rush against USF?
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