More Decent Starting Pitching

Ok Texas just beat Seattle 6-5 in a dramatic 11 inning, Arlington version, of a duel. Brandon McCarthy went 7 innings for the first time this season making Feldman the only starter in the current rotation that has not yet reach that feat. Josh Hamilton in 2 games back off the DL has 2 homeruns as many as he had before. I expected him to get back slow but he's picked up right where he left off. He's also shown patience at the plate getting the walk preceding the walkoff double earlier from Hank Blalock this evening. Davis is still striking out but he is finally getting hits between them. Elvis Andrus continues to exhibit his studitude (there dictionary gets new words every year just be patient) in defesive situations, specifically of the range variety with a freak of nature like play earlier. Andrus also had an RBI triple.

The Rangers are now 7-2 against their own west division. Theyve won 14 of their last 20 now and after the close out the Mariners series, they'll (finally) welcome the Angels along with the soon to be activated John Lackey. Lackey made a rehab start last weekend, but with Josh Hamilton as an example it means nothing anyway. Hopefully he won't be 100% and we can have his number. There is also a chance we will face Ervin Santana in that series.

The Angels after sweeping Kansas City, will have their rubber match vs. Boston tonight. Both game were come from behind wins. The Angels bullpen has been off and on this year. If we can get Lackey out early, we just might be able to wear out their relievers.

Oakland is trying to taking advantage of Seattle's recent dip, stringing some wins together. This is just proof that there's much more baseball to go.

Our injury update: Joaquin Benoit won't be pitching before August without a miracle, but he has started a light throwing program. Frankie San Francisco should be able to pitch in relief for the Angels series. Willie Eyre may be going to AAA but he should be back, within 2 weeks.

Final notes: Michael Young got on base 5 times in his return tuesday. The Mavs are out after a very crappy series. Ian Kinsler is getting under alot of balls, this is reminding me alot of the Indians in Major League. Kinsler as Willie Hays refusing to hit the ball on the ground, CJ Wilson looks like he needs some Rick Vaughn glasses out there, I'm just waiting for Chris Davis to take up voodoo. And in conclusion I'm scared I forgot something, but I'll leave you with that.