Richard Griffin talks about Burnett and puts things in perspective with the terribly sad news of the passing of Rondell White's friend and inspiration Anthony Carola.
Why did I not get the memo about Cory Lidle becomain a power pitcher ? He struck out ten real live guys with bats in their hands last night, ten!. His K/BB ratio is now at 27/3 and he's striking out over one hitter an Inning, now being Cory of course he still has an ERA over 5, but still.
Top prospect Howie Kendrick was called up from AAA by the Angel's last night. Kendrick was the Angel's #2 prospect according to BA, and that's against some very stiff competition. Adam Kennedy is making nice about the new kid, who figures to be playing his position next year. Kennedy can afford to, he's more than good enough to sign a very nice free agent contract over the winter.
Alex Rios' hot start will come to an end and "it would be a bit of a surprise to see him reach 25 homers this season." says Dayn Perry as he looks at some players who have started the season on fire, but who won't keep it up.
Tonight: The 11-9 Orioles are in town, it's Rodrigo Lopez against Chacin at 7:07. Lopez has an ERA over 7 and has given up 7 dingers already, somewhere Troy Glaus is smiling. Over at the Orioles Hangout the more optimistic O's fans are thinking that missing Halladay gives them a chance to sweep. Do not take the fighting Jays lightly!