Note: Willie’s Night in Miami
During last night’s game, both David Wright and Jose Reyes were caught trying to steal.
…it’s funny, because i am genuinely surprised when reyes gets caught…i mean, i just sort of take it for granted that he can steal at will…i guess he’s not a machine, even though the ump blew the call and he should have been safe…
Additionally, with a four-run lead, Willie Randolph used three relief pitchers to get through the eighth inning, initially skipping Aaron Heilman, who eventually pitched a scoreless ninth.
…i got the sense that willie was managing this game like it was September, with a slight sense of urgency, which was great to see…there should be no messing around at this early date…no, ‘I need to feel out my guys,’ routine…while i normally understand the long-view, it does not apply to this current season during which a strong start may prove to be vital…get some wind in your team’s sails, willie, then you go all big picture on us…
