Seanez Strikes Again

Lost in the hoopla about the Dodgers memorable 11-10 comeback victory over the Padres the other night – the game where four consecutive LA batters hit home runs – was the identity of the pitcher who surrendered the tenth inning walk-off to Nomar. That would be none other then the infamous Rudy Seanez, who faced only two batters, walking the first, and then giving up the home run to the second. Poor Rudy’s ERA is over eight; and why anyone is pitching him after his series of disastrous appearances for the Sox earlier this year is really a mystery. But I guess after the Padres had called on Trevor Hoffman, and he had let them down, there probably weren’t a lot of arms in their bullpen. Both of these teams have former Sox on them, many of whom are still held in great affection by the nation – especially Nomar and Dave Roberts, both of whom, in their own way, played a roll in the epic 2004 season. There’s even a soft spot for Mark Bellhorn, who will be remembered for his big post-season hits more than his strikeouts. But Rudy; forget about it. I’m just glad he’s throwing for someone else, anyone else.