Whew….
It’s funny how long losing streaks feel compared to winning streaks.
Thanks to Mike Pelfrey, the Mets obtained a much needed victory over the Braves.
Big Pelf went deep into this game pitching 7.2 innings for the win.
Tipping Pitches?
I was forced to watch the Braves’ coverage of the game. I have to tell you, they bring a whole new meaning to the word excitement.
I do have to admit, they are a bit more interesting now that John Smoltz is in the booth.
They repeatedly talked about how Pelfrey was telegraphing some of his pitches. It didn’t seem to matter, but it will be interesting to see what happens the next time he pitches against the Braves.
Sticky Situation
Things got a little dicey in the eighth inning when Pedro Feliciano took over for Pelfrey.
The Braves had runners on the corners with two outs. Intelligently, Pedro pitched around Chipper Jones to load the bases. There were a couple of really close pitches in the at bat that didn’t go Feliciano’s way.
He then had to face Nate McClouth. Fortunately, he was able to strike out McClouth to end the chance. It was the biggest moment of the game.
Nicely done, Pedro.
The Lumber
There is not a whole lot to write here.
Rod Barajas was the hero once again as he continues to endear himself to the Mets’ faithful. He provided the biggest hit of the night with a two run double in the second inning.
Jose Reyes was able to manufacture a much-needed run in the sixth inning. He singled up the middle and was then bunted over by Luis Castillo. Jose stole third with a tremendous jump from second. He was then able to score on a weak ground ball by Chris Carter.
Huh?
Speaking of Chris Carter. Jerry Manuel replaced the Animal in the seventh inning with Jeff Francoeur.
Jerry wasn’t completely out of his mind, as he wanted to improve the defense late in the game. I get that.
If this is going to be your plan, then take Carter out of the four hole .
Dubious Streak
David Wright now has a 14 game strike out streak. At first, I thought he was going to break the streak. However, he was completely over matched by Takashi Saito in his last at bat.
In D-Wright’s defense, Saito’s fastball looked un-hittable. Just ask Ike Davis and Rod Barajas. They were also blown away by Saito that inning.
On Deck
The Mets have their ace on the mound with a chance to sweep the series.
Can I even say sweep the series when it is only a two game set?
Johan Santana will face Kris Medlen.
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