Why are these games starting at 7:30pm? I've seen a story about how the Red Sox say that it increases viewership. What's that based on? What past data do they have regarding pandemic TV watching patterns for late summer? Hey good idea having a 7:30pm start time when the Bruins playoffs are on at 8, that will be great for viewers.
I couldn't stay awake during the late innings Monday night so watched the grim conclusion Tuesday morning. Not a great way to start the day.
It's depressing when this team scores 3 runs in the first, 7 in total, and because there aren't legitimate starters on the staff you're always feeling very much behind. And then after nearly 4 and a half hours you realize you're watching a team whose own ownership and front office isn't interested in, as demonstrated by the insulting pitching staff assembled.
Man of the Game: Manuel Margot
He was 4 for 4 with a pair of doubles, including an 8th inning RBI double that wound up being the decisive run. He also stole a base.
Honorable Mentions:
Kevin Kiermaier: 2 for 4, 3 RBI, 2B, 2 SB, BB
JD Martinez: 3 for 4, HR
Kevin Plawecki: 3 for 4, 2 RBI
Jonathan Arauz: 3 for 4, 2 RBI
Shame Shares:
Ownership: 0.3 shares - for putting the team in a position to have no starters, and a lack of middle/long relievers
Chaim Bloom: 0.1 share - Ibid.
Colten Brewer: 0.1 share - 3 IP, 3 R, 2 ER
Jeffrey Springs: 0.2 shares - 1.1 IP, 3 ER
Ron Roenicke: 0.1 share - for leaving Springs out there
Phillips Valdez: 0.1 share - 2 IP, ER
Kevin Pillar: 0.1 share - 0 for 5, 2 K
