Back On Track

After today's twin bill kill, hopefully our sojourn to the A Division basement has ended. With an announced attendance of 5 at Randazzo Field, Blue struck first in game one and led from the "git-go" downing Glenelg 11-3. Blue trailed Glenelg much of game two but proved their resilience in downing their opponent 12-9 to complete the sweep. Today's accolades: our outfielders for their superlative play(both Neal and Jim exhibited T Hall"esk" speed),Jerry's "squeezing" the ball, Mike & Pete for calling excellent pitches for Jr. and Fred, Hank "Chance" hammering at the plate, hamstring Tony's hitting, Al's unassisted double play, Tinker ("YA GOTTA RUN!") being deployed as a substitute runner and Mel,(Evers), who is awarded the "Glove Sponge" Award for spearing three scalding liners. Not to be over-looked are our great inspirational coaches, Lee ("hit the d**n ball) and O(not a more positive coach around). Last, but certainly not least, our greatest supporter and bookkeeper, Yasuko. As our next game isn't until Wednesday May 29th, when we hopefully get revenge on Harford at home, let's all use the time to heal our aches and pains. For ole Tinker, I'm going to DC and Pittsburgh for S&M therapy; as in attending my daughter Maggie's MPP degree conferment and daughter Sara's M.D. conferment. Life is G-R-E-A-T!!!!!

Friendly Rivalry

Blue continues to experience power outages as they lost game one to Gray 14-12. Game two was a little closer but the outcome was Gray 12, Blue 11. Comment of the day came from T Hall after hitting a homer: "That was what I feared most as I was hoping for our third base coach to give me the stop sign." Tom has lost a step or two as I noticed his hat stayed on all the way around the bases. A word of caution to Gray's first baseman when we meet again: Next time I round first I'm dipping my shoulder instead of just using my forearm shiver! Looking forward to getting back to our winning ways at Randazzo Park Wednesday----get excited!

Double Vision

In the words of Foreigner, I got my silent request for Double Vision today; albeit not in the fashion I intended. The doubleheader win was not to be as Blue lost game two by a score of 14-12 after downing the Old Liners 14-8 in game one. I thank the Right Reverend Jim, as he spoke in a fashion I accepted, that winning isn't the end all and in the future I will be more exact and specific in my future silent requests. A tip of my hat to Neal for his superb catch (snow cone and all) which was ruled erroneously a double. Welcome aboard Billy and when are the remaining reinforcements showing up? Let's enjoy tonight's fellowship!!!!

Dinner Plans

Monday evening the Blue and Gray teams, with wives and/or friends, shall break bread at Parks Landing commencing at 5:30. This annual dinner event is always a good time to associate outside of "The Stadium" with fellow teammates, rivals and the best looking women in Carroll County! Our sponsor for twenty years will be represented by their President, Jim Bosley. Please make the effort to introduce yourself to Jim and let him know how much we appreciate his bank's sponsorship. Let's garner four wins on Monday so that our celebration will have added meaning! Go Blue! Go Gray!

Power Outage Deja Vu

Before an announced attendance of 30 plus, Blue continued their power outage against Howard Red. Playing from behind in game one, Blue's only hit production came from Dave until the fifth inning but it was a little too late as Blue fell to Red 14-5. Having 10 minutes to reflect upon their inept hitting, Blue jumped on Red in the first inning of game two by a score of 4-1. Never to be daunted, Howard Red responded with both liners and defensive prowess over-coming Blue 13-5. Boys, we need to pick it up or we're in jeopardy of a waning attendance. When we need a power surge, where are John Co(voltage), Howard Spear(man) and the "Patton"ed long ball hitters? Time to turn it around on Monday at Old Liners!!!! We can't get it done playing small ball given our leg status (our best legs are sitting in the lawn chairs on the hillside!). And a hearty welcome back to Tom H (and I don't mean 6.95!).