This game was much more rewarding. In a game everyone assumed we were going to lose (Sabathia v. Lackey?), Sox continued their streak of pounding CC, getting 7 runs in 6 innings on the perennial Cy Young candidate. Crawford finally had a game to feel good about, going 4-4 with a double and three runs. Ellsbury was also huge getting his 19th home run of the season in the 4th inning and knocking in 6 batters on the day. Ortiz and Saltalamacchia were the only starters to go hitless, although Salty was walked twice.
On the mound, Lackey worked his magic again. Six hits and 2 walks over 6 innings were somehow turned into 3 ER and a win. Aceves, Bard, and Wheeler held the game although having a 4 run lead most of the game made that relatively easy. Lackey must have made a deal with the devil because he has not looked any worse in the last few starts than he did when he was getting shelled. He just seems to work his way out of it now.
Oh well. A win is a win and the series is up for grabs next game.
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