Tom Was Pretty Much Terrific

Tom Glavine should be enjoying a well-earned reprieve from fan abuse for awhile - at least until his next start. After tonight, I'm definitely going to get off his back. As for Kaz Matsui...well, I just feel bad for the guy. I think everyone's ire will be focused pretty intensely on him now, especially after tonight's eighth inning meltdown. Tom was pitching a masterful game, and looked to be on track to complete eight shutout innings when Matsui bobbled an easy double-play ball that left the Cards with two on and no one out. Roberto Hernandez came in and saved the day, getting out of the inning with Glavine's lead intact. Looper finished the game looking very impressive, despite giving up a hit to Albert Pujols.

I hope this game gives Tom his confidence back. It's definitely given this fan some confidence back in Tom. I also thought it was very classy of Tom to offer support to Kaz as he left the mound. Hopefully Kaz will be inspired by Tom's refusal to give up, and amazing ability to not lose faith in himself when things get rough.

Oh yeah, and Cliff Floyd launched two monstrous home runs into the scoreboard, which accounted for both Met runs. All in all, tonight was a great pitcher's duel. Tomorrow should be another one when Pedro takes the mound against Mark Mulder. I wish I could be there!