No Shame And An In-Game
Ok, ok... I give. It's time for a completely shameless plug for something linked to a commercial venture (WRTC forgive me). Here's the thing, I got an email today from a woman named Lauren and the subject line read "Blogging the MLB All-Star Game". After I dislodged the chunk of hot dog that had rooted itself in the back of my throat, I scoped out the rest of the email. As it turns out, Monster.com and MLB.com are teaming up to do this super-sweet contest where they hook you up with chance to win a trip for two to the All-Star Game, receive on-field press credentials, the ability to interview a player, a blog on MLB.com, and (wait for it) $2,000 in spending cash.
Sweet, huh?
The excitement totally wore off once I realized all you needed to do was register on Monster.com to enter the contest, but I was still flattered to receive an email. And yea, I know all you blogging purists may consider this some sort of selling out on my part, seeing as how my chances of winning are like 1 in a really big number, but you know what?
I'm getting a free hat. So there.
Seen this guy before? Nope, sorry. This is not a pitcher with a 22.50 ERA, who allowed 5 earned runs in only 2.0 innings pitched this season, a pitcher just released by the Kansas City Royals.No, friends, this is Kyle Snyder, my pick for the Aaron Small Award. In 5 innings tonight Snyder allowed only 3 ER, no walks and struck out 6 Nationals.
Is this significant? Well, yes and no. Yes, because he came out and silenced his critics with an effective outing after only taking the hill once this season (June 8). Two home runs is never a good thing, but I'll take those and no walks. His curveball wasn't Sheets-like, but at times it absolutely froze the hitters, and that's what you need to do.
Why shouldn't we be excited about this start? Well, because he's a product of the Royals' farm system, notorious for destroying young pitchers before they can fight back. Let's also not forget the face that the Nationals aren't exactly the Tigers right now. Still, one thing you can never quantify is heart, and all you hardcore stats guys can piss off if you disagree. I love all the numbers, but there really is something to be said for someone with something to prove.
It's safe to say Snyder won't be winning any Cy Youngs in the near future, but let's all hope that he gives the Sox what they really need: someone who isn't Matt Clement.
Sweet, huh?
The excitement totally wore off once I realized all you needed to do was register on Monster.com to enter the contest, but I was still flattered to receive an email. And yea, I know all you blogging purists may consider this some sort of selling out on my part, seeing as how my chances of winning are like 1 in a really big number, but you know what?
I'm getting a free hat. So there.
Seen this guy before? Nope, sorry. This is not a pitcher with a 22.50 ERA, who allowed 5 earned runs in only 2.0 innings pitched this season, a pitcher just released by the Kansas City Royals.No, friends, this is Kyle Snyder, my pick for the Aaron Small Award. In 5 innings tonight Snyder allowed only 3 ER, no walks and struck out 6 Nationals.
Is this significant? Well, yes and no. Yes, because he came out and silenced his critics with an effective outing after only taking the hill once this season (June 8). Two home runs is never a good thing, but I'll take those and no walks. His curveball wasn't Sheets-like, but at times it absolutely froze the hitters, and that's what you need to do.
Why shouldn't we be excited about this start? Well, because he's a product of the Royals' farm system, notorious for destroying young pitchers before they can fight back. Let's also not forget the face that the Nationals aren't exactly the Tigers right now. Still, one thing you can never quantify is heart, and all you hardcore stats guys can piss off if you disagree. I love all the numbers, but there really is something to be said for someone with something to prove.
It's safe to say Snyder won't be winning any Cy Youngs in the near future, but let's all hope that he gives the Sox what they really need: someone who isn't Matt Clement.
Labels: 2006 Season
Ryan Brodeur at 8:41 PM
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