Astros 7, Padres 2
W: Wandy Rodriguez, L: Kevin Correia
The Astros take 3 out of 4 in San Diego for another series win. Wandy Rodriguez was dealing in this game and the bats came out early and often.
Astros Highlights:
Wandy Rodriguez went innings giving up 1 run on 7 hits with a walk and 5 strike outs. Maybe he didn’t like me saying he was not an Ace. He seems to be doing better since I said that.
Killer B’s (Yeah, I have to reference it today.)
Lance Berkman went 2 for 3 with a walk. Hopefully he is really around that corner and not just taking advantage of the Padres pitching.
Michael Bourn went 2 for 5 on the day, scoring 2 runs and also stealing a base.
Geoff Blum went 2 for 4 on the day. He hit one HR and had 4 RBI’s. Not bad young man, not bad at all.
Padres Highlights:
Scott Hairston went 2 for 4 on the day.
Beekeeper ended the 52 minute delay.
Game Analysis:
The Astros were in control of this came from the beginning. It is nice to be able to say that, especially since they won. Check out the ESPN recap to see the swarming bees and hear a bit of their report.
Bench Tidbits:
No, I’m not going to avoid mentioning the Bees. Seems to me that all the great jokes have all ready been made and the sports reports have already taken all the good titles. I just can’t do them justice. But be sure to check out the GameZone where some great reactions are. The guys (and girls) did the Bees proud. Be sure to check out the TalkZone also, there is already this thread about the beees.
This game reminded me of the one against Milwaukee (I think it was Milwaukee) where there were the huge bugs. I remember one being on the Astros pitcher’s cap. I guess since those bugs weren’t able to sting people the game could not be delayed.
The Astros may have a rougher time in San Francisco. Check out GreatBagwellsBeard’s series preview for more information.
All the best health to Ty in Tampa, I know this recap didn’t live up to your standards, but I figured I wouldn’t even try to do that, I’d just embarrass myself. Get well soon.
Troy Aikman through out the first pitch.
Happy Independence Day America!! The best place in the world.