‘08 Game 23: Continual scratching leads to losing the winning itch
For the second night in a row, the Sox had to scratch their starting pitcher and the end result was the end of their six-game losing streak. Jon Lester, on three days’ rest, filled in for the flu-stricken Dice-K, and pitched 5 adequate innings. Nothing spectacular out of Jon, but he did leave the game with the score tied.
The End Result:
With only 10 quality starts in 23 outings for the rotation, I would have to say that the rotation has underperformed at this point in the season. Despite being seven games above .500, the team needs to get healthy and off of bedrest. Leading wire-to-wire last year with a comfortable lead was of huge benefit in the playoffs last year and the Sox have a chance to build up a considerable lead right now as other teams are struggling. Stringing together some quality starts could really jump start the club. That being said….lets LOOK AHEAD.
| Red Sox Record: | 15-8 |
| Total Quality Starts: | 10 |
| Record in non-QS games: | 7-6 |
A Look Ahead:
With Lester moving up a day to pitch tonight, the Sox will now need to find a starter for the last game of the 3 game set with the Halos. The Sox will be trying to avoid losing their first series at home in 2008. Granted, this series is only their 4th, but you like to keep the slate clean as long as you can. But who will start?
