So in effect, Barmes deflected yet another ball, this time thrown by Vogelsong.

2 free passes from Vogelsong gets something working for the Buccos in the 7th. Runners at first and second, 1 out.

Vogelsong, out!

I'd take Geraldine!

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8 Ks today.

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Hmmmm, Navarro or Hague , Navarro or Hague, let's keep Navarro. Not looking like a good choice.

Out of Harrison, McLouth, McGehee and Navarro. Hurdle chooses Navarro?????

I predicted 10.

PLEASE PINCH HIT FOR TABATA!!!!

9 Ks.

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Here's Tabs again with the bases full. Will he finally show something? Looking at 2 strikes . And......he whiffs. See ya Tabs. How 's that quad muscle feeling? Maybe a little tight ?

I think I'm going to pledge per double-digit strikeout game over at PirateAde. Everyone pledged per win, which means these charities are getting nothing this year.

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At least Tabata is healthy and we have him locked up for a while!

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Tying run at third. 2 outs. Oh boy...

We survived. But we probably won't in the 8th and 9th. And even if we do, we'll just lose tomorrow. Eh, who cares.

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A couple singles to start out the 8th and the Pirates might be able to...gasp!...extend a lead!

Pitching change.

Package deal. Tabata and a pitcher for a consistent hitter.