Getting the 1st Rock and Sox benefit off to a successful start was a huge undertaking that took up a lot of my time, but despite its not going quite as planned, it qualified as a success. Mistakes were made (by me), and other circumstances beyond my control led to reaching a donation total less than the stated goal, and Sweet Caroline and Tessie being scratched off the set list. Lessons in event production have been duly noted and will be applied to next year’s event. Promises of more support from The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and The Boston Red Sox for 2011 have me chomping at the bit to get started on the next Rock and Sox Benefit. In addition to all the organizational work, the 2 rehearsals, 1 show, and 1 ball game (on < 5 hours sleep) in 5 days left me totally drained, physically and emotionally. Then it was off to the motherland to visit the folks and my brother, and cover games at McCoy Stadium in Pawtucket and Fenway Park in Boston. I sure don’t miss the humidity! I get back home and I’m still drained, but very content.
By now I’m sure all of our readers know the outcome of the 2010 All Star Game. From 1960 to 1982, the NL held a commanding 23-2 (with 1 tie) domination of the AL. The NL had win streaks of 8 and 11 games in that period. It was only a matter of time before the NL would snap the ever growing and most recent win streak by the junior circuit. Personally, this one was very enjoyable to watch, and to see the NL win one back. As I said, the AL win streak would not go on forever, so that it ended when Joe Girardi had his (hopefully one and only) chance at the helm of the AL at the ASG was good enough for me. Jon Lester pitched a 1-2-3 inning, and Big Papi did not go hitless. Other highlights for me were A-Rod not getting into the game, Girardi making mistakes, and watching Robinson Cano bobble balls more than once.
Finally, check out Ian’s Sox and Dawgs post and video about Carl Crawford’s (Tampa Bay) testicles.
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