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October 24, 2004

Game Two Recap

Boston did what they had to do in Boston, although they certainly made it look ugly with eight errors in two games. If worse comes to worst, at least the Sox can guarantee they'll come back to Boston. Boston's bullpen regained a little confidence, going three innings and giving up just the one run. And the Sox have to be happy with their ability to overcome their defensive struggles. But now they have to get their heads in the game. In St. Louis, they simply won't be able to get away with those errors.

Now Pedro gets to make what will hopefully be his last start before entering free agency, and he needs to show what he's got. A strong start from Pedro could put the Cardinals away, while a bad start would get them back into it. The Sox don't hit well on the road, and the Cardinals are much better at home, so Game Three is going to be very important to both clubs. Boston doesn't have to win, but they really should, because after Pedro it's tough to tell what they'll get for starting pitching the rest of the way.

A great start for Boston, but now the real Series begins.