Week Eighteen: Summary of Series

Sass fall in close game
Hitting held as pitching failed
By Beth Sass / hereforthesass.blogspot.com

DETROIT -- The Here for the Sass team reported yet another loss, although management optimistically pointed out that they’re losing by less towards the end of the year than they did at the beginning.

“The first time we played DrewHIO Dreadnauhts, we lost by four points. Tonight we lost by two, and we were .001 of tying in one of those two categories,” Beth said.

The final score was 5-7, with the results as such: runs (45-25), home runs (9-5), RBI (38-27), stolen bases (3-4), walks (22-15), batting average (.304-.305), wins (2-4), saves (0-3), strike-outs (29-55), holds (3-1), ERA (5.55-4.24), and WHIP (1.64-1.28).

“Hitting is clearly where it’s at,” said outfielder Rocco Baldelli, “I mean, I was resting most of the week ‘cause my hamstring is sore, but I still added a little bit. All the other guys were positively amazing.”

The individual leaders were helped immensely by Beth and Dawn’s boyfriend, an effort that was much appreciated. Michael Cuddyer led the team with 9 runs scored, while Little Nicky Punto was right behind him with 8 runs scored. Little Nicky led the team in walks with 10--Michael was next with 6. Michael, Adam Dunn, and Jermaine Dye all had two home runs, while Jermaine had 7 RBIs to lead the team, and Carlos Guillen had 3 stolen bases. The highest batting average was recorded by Carlos Guillen at .429, with Rocco’s .417 right behind him.

“Hitting had an excellent week. Even the players who didn’t hit well contributed in their own ways,” Dawn said.

Pitching however, did not do well at all. The Aarons (Harang and Cook) recorded the only wins. Jeremy Sowers and Aaron C. both had 5 strike-outs, to lead the starters. Aaron H.’s 1.50 ERA led the starters, and Aaron C.’s 1.28 WHIP was also the best of the starters. Among the relievers, Jon Rauch, Justin Duchschererererer, and Rheal Cormier all had holds, and Jon’s 0.00 ERA was by far the best, while Darren Oliver’s 0.50 WHIP was the best of the relievers. Ambiorix Burgos, despite blowing at least one save, still managed the team-leading 7 strike-outs.

“From here, I think we just need to move on,” said reliever Matt Guerrier, “I was just coming back, and getting my feet under me, so to speak. I’m ready for some fun with the Sassians and getting the bullpen back to the solid performances that I know they can all do.”

This week, the Sass face the Waukesha Nosaurs, their sworn enemy. Official Sass Heckler E has already declared derision over the Sass’s first loss to the Nosaurs, so the Sass are hoping to gain a little respect in this series.

Update: The Sass Notes were reported missing last Thursday. Authorities have been notified and there is an extensive search taking place. Any fan with any information regarding the whereabouts of the Sass Notes is encouraged to contact the Sass front office immediately.