7/8: Prelude to an All-Star
Considering the ovation Nomar got, why wouldn't we honor Wake and his first All-Star appearance even more of an ovation when he takes the mound tonight?
George Kottaras hit a solo home run to right field but it wasn't enough as Boston's second comeback of the night fell just short in a 7-6 loss to Seattle.
Six innings. No runs. Three hits. Sounds like an All-Star caliber start from All-Star worthy pitcher. That pitcher - Tim Wakefield.
While all eyes were stuck on Hanley Ramirez, Tim Wakefield and David Ortiz stole the show.
Two things remained perfect last night at Fenway Park.
It's not how you start. It's how you finish.
Casey Janssen had been waiting a long time for this.
Home plate umpire Todd Tichenor just skyrocketed up the ESPN umpire ejection fantasy league standings.