August 22, 2007
Galaxy 10 - Barbarians 5
The Galaxy avoided a semi-finals sweep last night with a 10-5 victory over the Barbarians. Rick Moleti took the hill for the Galaxy, notching his first 2007 postseason win, a much-needed confidence booster for the veteran righty. Bob Serino, who was on a team financed vacation in Jamaica, was late due to a delayed flight from after-effects of hurricane Dean. Carlo Capinigro got the start and had trouble getting outs facing a very potent Galaxy lineup. Galaxy got on top early, and led throughout the game. Down only one run, the wind was taken out of the Barbarians sails when a low throw was scooped by Chris Howard at first. He appeared to come off the bag early but the out was called, ending the inning. Umpire Charles Sanphy took some heat from the Barbarians but stood by his call. The Barbarians got a great game from Tony Nicosia who scored a couple big runs and flashed a gold glove at short. They just couldn't string together a big inning. Matt "Meet the Press" Pressman continues to build on his league leading slugging percentage with a shot to the deepest part of the park, a ground rule double. Both teams left-fielders looked puzzled at times and saw the majority of the action on the day. The Galaxy would bust things open in the sixth, with big hits from Kevin and Justin Howard, and a tater from Greg "Brother of Dave" Racki. This series will now go to a game three to decide who goes to the Championship Series.
Also of Note: Fans brought a cow bell to the game on Tuesday and were blatantly in favor of Galaxy. The Barbarians were visibly shaken by the rattling instrument in right field, but as the saying goes, "If you can't take the heat, get out of the kitchen."
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