Yesterday, was one of the Orioles best games of the season. Luckily, I was there to see a great game. Matt Wieters stole the show for the Orioles. Wieters had a huge home run in the 8th to bail out the pathetic Oriole offense. Well, they aren't pathetic, but they have been lately. That home run was a pretty impressive sight as the baseball was absolutely crushed. Not only that, but Wieters called a great game behind the plate. Additionally, he ended the game in impressive fashion. The game ended on a strike 'em out, throw 'em out. I have never seen a game end like that, so it was impressive for me.The pitching was tremendous. Arrieta was awesome and only gave up one run in earning a quality start. Hopefully, Arrieta can duplicate his success in this start with all the rest of his starts. Pedro Strop went in for just 1/3 of an inning and managed to pick up the win. Strop is now (4-2) after the victory. The dude is dirty. After Strop comes Jim Johnson. The closer managed to pick up his 22nd save of the season. I'd take Johnson over any relief pitcher in baseball. All-Star.
Nolan Reimold underwent successful surgery today, so that is good. Reimold is a possibility to return this year, but it is very doubtful. Still, it is good news that there was no setback with the surgery.
Finally, Miguel Tejada asked for and was granted his release. No more worrying if Tejada will return to Baltimore.
-Noland
from mlb.com:
ReplyDeleteFittingly, it was Wieters who recorded the final out, gunning down Desmond on a steal attempt on the same pitch Johnson struck out Danny Espinosa.
For a catcher who prides himself on defense, the final play in the field was just as important as the series-winning home run.
"It's right up there, because it won the game," Wieters said. "Any out you can get, especially the 27th out, is huge."