The Whompin' Stick
Another day, another double-digit offensive output. Nice of our boys to provide at least a glimmer of hope -- and it would have been even nicer had the Cubs been able to hold a 5-run lead vs. the Mets -- alas, their vaunted bullpen (virtually the only strong spot on the team) imploded Braves-style, so we remain 12 games in arrears.
But let's not dwell on that. Today we salute Chipper Jones, who tied Paul Waner's record of 14 straight games with an extra base hit. He goes for the record tonight against Jeff Weaver of the Cardinals. Not a bad straw to draw -- he'll get to bat lefthanded, his more powerful side, against a mediocre pitcher in a park that, while historically a home run graveyard, does yield a fair share of doubles. He's 5 for 15 against Weaver -- all singles.
A little later we'll meet the man with whom Chipper (for the time being) shares history.
But let's not dwell on that. Today we salute Chipper Jones, who tied Paul Waner's record of 14 straight games with an extra base hit. He goes for the record tonight against Jeff Weaver of the Cardinals. Not a bad straw to draw -- he'll get to bat lefthanded, his more powerful side, against a mediocre pitcher in a park that, while historically a home run graveyard, does yield a fair share of doubles. He's 5 for 15 against Weaver -- all singles.
A little later we'll meet the man with whom Chipper (for the time being) shares history.
posted by Sam Bass | 9:10 AM
1 Comments:
I'm glad to see Chipper return to what he does best. I could tell some people I've talked to had given up on him, being injured all the time, and putting up below par numbers. All I have to say is keep your faith in the Chippa! When he's on, he's on. Every series from here on out have the "playoff atmosphere" and what a start tonight against the red birds. Go Braves!
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