The Orioles and Yankees had another epic game last night that again moved the two teams into a tie above the AL East. There was a lot that happened in this game that perhaps brings new life to the old bitter rivalry. Buck loved the final score last night at least.
Before we get to the Orioles side of things, how pathetic was Mark Teixeira whining. Yes, Teixeira was safe, but are you kidding me. Oh and by the way Nick Swisher went out of the baseline to slide into JJ Hardy which is the only reason Teixeira beat the throw anyways. He should have been called out automatically for Swisher's interference. Are you kidding me you whiny punk? This is the first call in 10 years I have seen go against the Yankees that was close (and it wasn't really as I said). Well, other than when they play the Red Sox maybe. Not even kidding. Yankees hitters have absolutely no strike zone, but their pitchers have an extra 1 foot in any direction to throw strikes. This stuff cracks me up. Now he has a sore calf and can't play. So glad this turkey did not sign with the Orioles a few years back. You can keep him Yankees. We will continue to boo Teixeira.
One guy that hasn't turned his back on Baltimore is Nick Markakis. The right fielder is my favorite player in the majors. He has been huge for the Orioles this year. You could argue most important player for Markakis. Their worst stretch was when he was out. Now he is the leadoff hitter. Unfortunately last night he was hit by a CC pitch in the hand. Now that hand is broken. You knew it was bad because Markakis went out right away. This is the guy who played through a broken hamate bone, and has been playing through a biceps injury. When Markakis eventually had to go out because of the hamate bone the Orioles looked lost. However, that will not happen this time even with Markakis out the rest of the regular season.
How is it possible that the Orioles could be successful without Markakis? LJ Hoes will come up and be the next Oriole to lead us in some Oriole Magic. LJ is ready Orioles, let's make it happen. This guy is not the same player Markakis is, but he can fill some of the void left by Markakis. He also can provide a spark and not be an automatic out. This guy is ready. Let's make it happen.
With one more game coming today against the Yankees, hopefully the Markakis injury will not sink the birds. If our Orioles manage to pull it out today, they will be back in sole possession of 1st place. Orioles Magic indeed.
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