August 12: Minnesota at Seattle

Yesterday I decided that the Twins needed to win again. Well, it looks like they finally listened. I posted at Bat-girl.com that "I think I'd trade Morneau's RBIs for Doug's Defense. Not catching a pick off throw will lose far less games than being able to produce at the plate will win." I was right, as Newbie went yard twice, both 2-run shots that propelled the Twins to a 6-3 victory over the Mariners. I only got to see Baseball Tonight highlights because I was golfing during game time. 1:00 starts on the West Coast make it akward to watch a game in the Midwest. I was on the 5th hole when my phone buzzed for a text message. I looked, and the Twins were up after the 5th inning. My wireless service gives me free updates on the Twins after the 5th and 9th, it's really cool. I didn't even know when gametime was, so I was a little upset that I was missing the game. Oh well. From what I saw, Johan was good, but not dominant. I will be at his next start August 18th in the Dome versus the $*($% Yankees. Johan told 7 to "Sit Down, Bitch!", taking over first place in the ENTIRE MAJOR LEAGUES - Johan = 190, Big Unit = 188

Other Notes:

The Indians won today as well on a grand slam by Brian Broussard, staying just 3 back in the AL Central

Homers: Newbie, Newbie again

"Sit Down, Bitch!" Tracker: Johan struck out 7 tonight, bring him up to 190 for the year. I predicted 219 +/- 4.

Closing Shot: Tomorrow is my last day. I better get my certificate.