ERV Boxscore for May 15, vs. Chicago

Well, that was satisfying. Patterson outduels Maddux (slightly, neither was really sharp), we continue our practice of answering the opponent taking a lead, and we benefit from the other guys's self-destruction for once. Nice to see Ayala throw well -- he's had a few disappointing outings in the past two weeks.

This bullpen is really something so far -- think about it, we didn't even use Rauch this series, and didn't need him. And after watching Felipe Alou and Dusty Baker run through pitchers like a chain smoker through a carton of Marlboros, I have to say Frank does a decent job of handling this crew.

(Edit: The first version of this box did not include Guillen's sweet play on Lee's drive. This one does. It diminishes Ayala's RV somewhat, but still a nice outing from him)

ERV Win: Johnson
ERV Loss: Perez (his glove, to be precise)



ERV Boxscore for May 15, vs. Chicago