Papi Goes Deep Squared:Peter

Well, Jenn, last night was another of those sudden burst of Pure Papiean Power. Facing the Halo's, another pre-season contender that, like the Sox, has been having troubles meeting its preseason forecasts,Papi laid into a pitch and sent it screaming deep into the cheap seats--TWICE!In addition to picking up three more ribbies to lead the team in that category, he also provided some breathing room for the Hose as they begin preparations for their run through the final two months and, hopefully, a playoff slot.
Separate from Papi's heroics, the game marked the return to active play of the Sox catcher, Victor Martinez. He picked up a hit and a single RBI on the evening. At the same timwe, he added some strength to that position on the Sox roster that has been missing since both he and Tek went to the DL.Also separately, last night was the second start for Bucky since he came off the DL. It was decidely better than the prior one. He gave up just a single run and nailed seven K's in seven innings, getting the win for his efforts.
Late in the game, it got a bit tense as Atch allowed a pair of runs to the Halos, getting them within a run of the Hose. However, The Laser came in with two gone in the 8th and slammed the door on the Angels' rally, and then JD settled things with a ringing double to plate a pair of insurance runs before Pap closed out the game in the 9th.