Another Bad Night for Lester

Dad --

I don't know what it is about Lester this year, but he can't seem to get past the 5th inning without giving up several runs. Well, last night it was de javu all over again.

He was great for the first four innings. Even had a couple that were three up, three down. Then the fifth inning came. Lester saw seven batters come to the plate. And although Ellsbury made a phenomenal catch for an out early on, he couldn't prevent five other Twins from rounding home. It was really tough to watch.

Lester did pitch one more inning, but the damage was done and Lester knew it. He was so upset with himself, he stormed into the clubhouse when Francona told him between the 6th and 7th that he was done for the day.

I don't know what to make of him, do you? He's got good speed, he's throwing all the right balls, I think he's just missing his spots. He seems to be leaving stuff up in the zone a little too often and that's what's killing him. Francona moved Papi down in the batting order yesterday to take some pressure off. Maybe he should do the same for Lester.

On a brighter note, Ellsbury extended his hitting streak to 21 games in his first at bat. That's the longest of his career. Hope he makes it to 22 today. Guess we'll just have to wait and see.

Jenn