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Now there's a rare sight, a Mariner hitting a home run. It was Casey's second of this young season and he commented after the game that it would be nice to hit one in a win. It was a solo shot and accounted for the second and final run of the game for the M's.
Casey continues to show off his lovely glove over at the cold corner (ok, I made that up, I just figure if third is the hot corner....). He did, however, commit a bit of a base running blunder, though he's certainly not alone in that regard of late. Coach Lee Tinsley isn't too worried though, [paraphrased] "It's like the old saying, about being easier to rein 'em in than crack the whip."
All things considered (death in the family, having the flu and not pitching in 8 days) Ian really pitched okay today. Sure, the 4 walks weren't great (and the NINE by the combined staff - brutal!) but seems there were only a couple of pitches he'd take back - like that one to Mags that didn't come back.
The bullpen wasn't super sharp (maybe a little rusty?) each walking at least one and allowing at least one hit - except Tex who pitched a hitless/scoreless 6th. Jesus struggled the most, needing 33 pitches to get through the 8th and allowing that insurance run.
The good news is - a series win, is a series win and the M's now have two such in a row.
O's coming in - here's hoping that series win total increases by Wednesday.
That's right. It's all about winning series'! That and staying HEALTHY!
ReplyDeleteRegards to Snell but I think he'll be the first to go. Smithy better watch those walks, also!
Hey Sis! Hope things are okay. I've emailed you a few times but haven't heard from you! We have a Mariners space on the Yuku forum if you are interested in keeping us posted. Good luck with the season and email when you get a chance and give me family updates! I miss hearing from you.
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