Not a Bad Start...Sox Begin Second Half With 9-5 Win Over Royals (Game 96, '08)

I was a little worried about Carlos Quentin when he was hit by a pitch in the wrist.  That could really be trouble no matter how tough you are.  But Quentin later hit Grienke right back with a homer and went on to go 2-for-4 on the night.  The big 6-run first inning was something, with the Sox hitting first-pitch fastballs hard.  I'm pretty amazed with the offensive output in this hotter weather.  I'm glad to see the Sox offense outscoring opponents, but I'm a bit concerned about the right-handers in this rotation since they have gotten worse, not better lately.  Floyd will have his chance at a strong outing tomorrow night.

Buehrle was okay, but the three-run homer to Butler could have been a problem.  Fortunately for the Sox, it was not, and Buehrle got the win.  I'm glad Bobby Jenks is back and also glad he got another day to rest which probably can't hurt.  I will be most curious to see how he does in a save situation.  He may get that chance tomorrow.