Wednesday, September 24, 2008

Pirates vs Brewers Game 1, September 23rd

The Pirates came to town for a much needed series with the Crew. The Brewers have played very well against the Bucos and have a 11-1 record against them this year. The Brewers got off to an early lead when Ryan Braun hit a RBI triple and scored on a throwing error in the bottom of the first. Dave Bush then Gave up 3 runs in the second and the Brewers Trailed 3-2 for most of the game. The Brewers scored 2 runs in the bottom of the 7th to take a 4-3 lead. Unfortunately Guillermo Mota gave up a 2-run home run in the top of the 8th to give the lead back to the Pirates. Jason Kendall hit an RBI double in the bottom of the inning to tie the game. Still tied in the bottom of the 9th Ryan Braun hit a 2 out single that brought Prince Fielder to the plate. The Big Fella crushed a 2-0 pitch into the Tundra Territory and the Brewers had a 7-5 walk-off win.

Most Valuable Brewer: Prince Fielder, he has been carrying this team on his big vegan shoulders.

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