Needless to say, this last road trip was a disappointment. Thanks to the Jays losing the series to the Angels, I now have to buy and Angels hat. No wonder I don’t normally bet on sports…
My betting woes aside, it’s said that over this past weekend I got the same feeling I used to get about the Jays 2-3 years ago. Their only chance to win is when Doc is on the mound. Granted, that’s not because he’s the only real starter in the rotation anymore (it’s completely a lack of run production), but he seems to be the only starter who can consistently work with no margin for error.
DO NOT get me wrong, I love our pitching staff. But that doesn’t change the fact that Litsch is always going to give up hits because he’s around the plate so much, Burnett’s always going to be inconsistently brilliant/consistently wild, and McGowan seems to be going through a slight rough patch. Parrish made a great start in place of Marcum, and it was nice to see a leftie on the bump for the Jays to start the game. I’ll still be glad when Marcum’s back, considering he’s still in the top 5 in the AL for E.R.A.
In regards to my last post and my comments about buses…upon further reflection, I realized that I was way harsher than I intended. That doesn’t mean the sentiment isn’t true, but the wording I used wasn’t the best. It was definitely a result of my frustration with my team.
Looks like Accardo will me making his return to the Jays by Augustish. His blog for Sportsnet was slightly entertaining. Maybe his time in FL will help the Jays when they have to face the Rays.
Obviously, the main goal of every season is to make it to the post-season. Sure some teams their main goal is a winning season or improvement from their youngsters (if they’re rebuilding). I think right now, a winning season would be a good idea for a goal for the Jays. Never give up on the post-season until you’re eliminated, but for god’s sake…instead of going two steps forward, three back, could we switch to 3 forward, ½ back? With every loss, the attempt to be at .500 before the All-Star game is becoming farther and farther away. They would have to go at least 5-1 to be at .500 before the break. They’re 4-7 against the Os and Yanks so far this season. As much as I love my team, this homestand ain’t gonna be easy.
Congrats to Doc for making it to another All-Star game. You entirely deserve it, and I think you deserve to start the game as well. PLUS…with the rumors that C.C. Sabathia might be headed to beer country, it’s one less pitcher Doc has to contend with for “Best Pitcher in the AL”. I know it’s still early, and I’m *slightly* biased…but I think Doc really does have a fantastic shot at the Cy Young this season.
Enjoy the off day and the beginning of the homestand.
I don't work 'til Wed, so I'll be rooting the Jays from the comfort of my own couch.
Good luck Dusty!
JaysGirl5
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