Reimold rocks again
Nolan Reimold hammered another ball deep into the left field bleachers in the fifth inning for his fifth home run in 51 major league at-bats. He's starting to look pretty comfortable at the plate and may get even more good pitches to hit if Matt Wieters ends up hitting behind him.
Don't know exactly where Wieters will bat, but I'm guessing he'll bat anywhere from sixth to eighth depending on the opposing pitcher and the designated hitter. There could be times when Reimold and Wieters hit seventh and eighth against right-handers -- or vice versa -- which makes for a pretty good back end of the batting order.
Though a great deal of excitement has been directed toward Wieters' debut tomorrow night, Reimold has generated plenty himself during his relatively short time in the majors. His game-winning home run on Wednesday set aside a little space for him in the hearts of Orioles fans before Wieters' arrival. He also got the traditional pie in the face (left) after that game.
Instant update: Hernandez left the game with two runners on and two outs in the sixth. He threw 108 pitches and left with 2-1 lead. He gave up a run on five hits and four walks and struck out three.
Sun photo by Gene Sweeney Jr.






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OK Pete, make this quick. Which catcher's leaving? Also, with all these young arms coming in and doing well, don't you think a blockbuster trade might be in the wings. Here's one could happen. Guthrie to the Phillies for two of their top prospects, like SS Luke Donald and that lefty reliever Sergio Escalona. Phillies number two starter, Myers is out for the season and they are doing some serious shopping.
Posted by: Jay Peterson | May 28, 2009 10:04 PM
Reimold seems to be a home run or a strike out or hit into a double play. I guess we will live with it.
Posted by: ron | May 28, 2009 10:06 PM
Are we going to retire Wieters number before he even plays a game? Guess he could always use Dempsy's old number.....
Posted by: jongermany | May 28, 2009 11:03 PM
It's an unbelievable amount of pressure place on Matt Wieters. I hope he's exceeds expectation and is not a bust.
Posted by: Kevin from Baltimore | May 29, 2009 8:12 AM