6/30 10:10 pm EST @Safeco vs Erasmo, The Return of BecKKKK..ett?????

OH MY GOD I AM SO SPOILED!! I have been sitting here using my husbands old computer and trying not to have an inner temper tantrum about it taking so long to get to MLB, to C&P and get on UoTM. This morning I was back in 2002 before I had a computer at all, never mind live gameday audio. Reading the Charlotte NC newsspaper looking for a few lines about the Red Sox. I don't know when I will get a new computer, (did I mention my effen car tried to kill me and is in the shop and that it is going to be at least 104 degrees again today?) Until I do a have a computer to hear the games and post on, I will remember to be so grateful for the connection it has given me and for UoTM. So GO RED SOX AND JOSH BECKETT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

PS Monsters: check out my post on "That's Cool" thread before it disappears into the bow.....basement of The Elliot!! (I bet it's cool down there!) Luv you guys!
Saturday, June 30, 10:10 PM EDT, Safeco FieldJosh Beckett, RHP Stats
4-7, 4.14 ERA Last 3 starts
Career stats Beckett is scheduled to come off the disabled list and make his first start since June 11. The right-hander had gone at least seven innings in each of his past six starts before going on the DL with right shoulder inflammation.
Erasmo Ramirez, RHP Stats

Career stats Using a mix of off-speed pitches to work off a lively fastball, Ramirez gave up just three hits in eight innings to the A's on June 25, striking out a career-high 10.


I almost wish Erasmo was on our team just so we could sat Erasmo all the time!

Those within NESN's coverage area, don't forget to tune in at 9pm for Wake's debut as a studio analyst.

I hope he gets to talk about Dickey.

From BDC's Extra Bases...

RED SOX (41-36)
Nava LF
Pedroia 2B
Ortiz DH
Saltalamacchia C
Gonzalez 1B
Middlebrooks 3B
Ross RF
Kalish CF
Aviles SS
Pitching: RHP Josh Beckett (4-7, 4.14)

MARINERS (33-46)
Ichiro RF
Wells CF
Seager 3B
Jaso. DH
Smoak 1B
Ackley 2B
Olivo C
Figgins LF
Kawasaki SS
Pitching: RHP Erasmo Ramirez (0-2, 4.18)

Game time: 10:10 p.m.

TV/Radio: NESN, MLB Network / WEEI

Mariners vs. Beckett: Figgins 12-37, Ichiro 9-33, Ackley 4-9, Jaso 0-9, Smoak 0-8, Wells 1-2, Saunders 2-5, Olivo 0-3, Ryan 1-4, Montero 0-2, Seager 0-2.

Red Sox vs. Ramirez: No history.

Stat of the Day: Beckett allowed nine home runs in his first 34.2 innings pitched this season. He has allowed none in his last 43.2 innings.

Milestone watch: David Ortiz is one home run shy of 400 in his career. Ichiro is one home run away from 100 in his career.

Notes: The Sox have won three of four, five of seven, 10 of 13 and 12 of 16. ... In four games this season, Red Sox pitching has held the Mariners to two earned runs on 19 hits over 35.1 innings while striking out 25 with five walks. Seattle hitters are 19 of 124 (.152) against the Sox this season with two extra-base hits, both doubles. ... Beckett comes off the DL for the start. He last pitched on June 11 and is 0-3 in his last four starts despite a 3.72 ERA. ... Beckett is 7-2, 3.03 against Seattle in his career. That includes seven shutout innings at Fenway on May 15. He allowed four hits, walked two and struck out nine that day. ... Gonzalez has hit in 10 straight at 14 of 41 with seven RBIs. ... Ross has nine extra-base hits and 12 RBIs in 11 games since coming off the DL. ... Ramirez is a 22-year old making his fourth career start. He was a 1-0 loser against the Padres in his last start. Ramirez went eight innings and allowed one run on three hits with one walk and 10 strikeouts.

Song of the Day: "I'll Slow You Down" by Warren Zevon.

Hoping to stay awake, Josh looking good so far.

Well, I was unable to stay awake for the game. Bummer of an outcome. Hey guys, this is where we're supposed to be making our move....

That said, this one is on Pete Abe. Warren Zevon? For a song of the day?

Now I love that man's music but my kids know that if I've got that playing loud I am NOT having a good day. A Warren Zevon day means something around here.

Anyway, he's learned his lesson. Now, back to our winning ways!

I hope one loss will not slow us down, (thanks Pete) but it must be followed by a bunch of wins. Maybe it will help that the game does not begin at a million o'clock, but at 4:10 est

I did find that I could follow the game on ESPN scoredboard until I get mu computer situation worked out.

Unless lightening knocks out our electricity!!!
Lest it seems like I am becoming just totally negative: I am glad we had the storms because it local weather forecasts have reduced our projected high temperatures to 104 degrees instead of 105

Sorry, it was my fault. I fell asleep and then woke up in the top of the 11th. I knew what would would happen if I stayed awake to the end again, but couldn't close my eyes.

Offense, where art thou?

Apparently the offense got left behind on the east coast.

this is the week the sox were suppose to once and for all plant the flag as serious playoff contenders.if they lose today and dont do well the next few days i do wonder if they try to deal beckett for some serious prospects.hopefully they win and do well the rest of this week.