Here’s a look at the unheralded players who played well yesterday.
Armando Galarraga, Detroit Tigers (pictured)
Galarraga had a Perfect Game stolen from him due to a bad call. He had to settle for a one-hitter* as he improved to 2-1 with a 2.57 ERA.
Derek Lowe, Atlanta Braves
Lowe held the Phillies to one run over eight innings with 7 Ks to improve to 8-4 with a 4.44 ERA. He’s allowed just two runs in his last 15 innings.
Edwin Jackson, Arizona Diamondbacks
Jackson got a no-decision despite holding the Dodgers scoreless on three hits for nine innings. He struck out six. He’s given up just eight runs in his last 31-2/3 innings.
Lyle Overbay, Toronto Blue Jays
Overbay went 3 for 4 with a run (30), and an RBI (24). He’s hitting just .224, but his hitting .467 in his last four games.
Marco Scutaro, Boston Red Sox
Scutaro went 3 for 5 with two runs (30, 31), and an RBI to raise his average to .271. He’s hitting .317 over his past ten games.
Matt Treanor, Texas Rangers
Treanor went 2 for 4 with a HR, and four RBIs. He’s hitting just .221.
Potent Middle Relievers
Carlos Rosa, ARI: 1 IP, 0 Runs, 2 Ks (7 Ks, 7-2/3 IP)
Tyler Walker, WAS: 1-2/3 IO, 0 Runs, 2 Ks (27 Ks, 28-1/3 IP)
Wilton Lopez, HOU: 1 IP, 0 Runs, 2 Ks (17 Ks, 19-2/3 IP)
Scott Linebrink, CHW: 1 IP, 0 Runs, 3 Ks (23 Ks, 21 IP)
Franklin Morales, COL: 1 IP, 0 Runs, 3 Ks (11 Ks, 12 IP)
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