Reserved Optimism
Last night was a rare delight for Sox fans. Julian Taverez was exceptional as a starter — holding the ChiSox to 2 runs over 6+ innings. I’m thinking he should have been our 5th starter. I’m not getting crazy, but I would entertain the idea of being post-season hopeful if we sweep the Chicago White Sox, a very tough thing to do.
The line up has familiar names again, but Papelbon and Schilling missing is a bit scary. If we can get a healthy Ortiz back in the order with a regular and healthy Manny, we might be able to start adding up the run totals at the end of the game.
Tonight’s competition will mean a lot for momentum. Another win might spark alittle more confidence the realization that the season is not over. It will of course take an amazing performance from Kason Gabbard.