As Jim Moron would say: "Playoffs? Don't talk about playoffs. Are you kidding me? Playoffs? I'm just hoping we can win a game, another game." Unfortunately for TRx, the game that was lost was during the playoffs, putting them on the brink of elimination... Last night TRx opened their playoff run with a devastating 7-2 loss to CAPMARK in opening round action to fall into the aptly name "Loser's Bracket." Despite having the previous week off, TRx came out flat as they could only muster 5 hits. Even getting the whole team there on time was a struggle, as despite the promises from Captain Berardi that there would be a plethora of female participants (at least 6 according to Berardi), the game started with only Shannon as the lone female. Well, some might include Berardi as well, since he throws like a woman...
Despite this miscommunication, TRx jumped out to a quick 1-0 lead in the first, as Orr connected for the first of his two hits to start the game off with a double. For some reason, while everyone else's mind was in disarray, he had a calm and tranquil demeanor. All we can do is speculate as to what activities he partook in while on his honeymoon, to give him such an at-ease glow... Strangely enough, Mrs. Orr was also in attendance and had a similar glow about her... Apparently Berardi hasn't partook in any such activities in a while, as he proceeded to STRIKEOUT during his at-bat. That's right, Berardi STRUCK OUT. And he calls himself a captain... After this pitiful at-bat, Remington came to the plate, and helped his own cause with an RBI single to score Orr. However, then Greg and Manny started a trend of easily caught fly balls to end the inning, leading to an onslaught of fly ball outs in the later innings by TRx.
Remington shut down CAPMARK in the bottom of the first, and things were looking good. However, TRx went down in order at bat the next two innings, while giving up three runs to trail 3-1. On the defensive side, things began well, as even Berardi was making catches in the outfield. With Tom/Steve Legrand/Loomis and Manny manning the left side of the outfield, all catchable balls were caught, including a stellar mile-long run and catch by Manny, which earned him an extra cigarette after the game. Both outfielders also showed off arms that Berardi could only dream about, relaying the ball back to the infield with speed and precision.
Finally the remaining females began to show up, including Kim, and Kelly. Rumor has it Kim got lost on the way from volleyball to softball, as it took her 45 minutes to navigate the mean streets of Horsham. When asked why it took her so long, Kim responded "It's hard out here for a pimp." However, the umpire misheard her statement, and thought she said "It's hot out hear for a pimp," as he agreed, while profusely sweating more than anyone who was actually playing the game.
In the top of the 4th, Orr got his second hit, and moved to third on an overthrow to give TRx a man on first with no outs. B-Rad (who earlier STRUCK OUT), showing A-Rod-like clutchness, then proceeded to ground out to the pitcher. Once again, Remington came through, with a sac fly to left, gathering his second RBI as Orr scored his second run. Unfortunately, the team then emulated Berardi for the rest of the game, and lost all scoring ability. Down 3-2 in the top of the 5th, TRx put together a nice little 2 out rally, fueled by hits from Golden and Buonocore, to bring Big Ben Lin up to the plate with two ducks on the pond. However, with all the pressure on him, Ben could not perform, as he struck out, much like Berardi did earlier in the game... By the way, did you guys hear that Berardi struck out earlier in the game? After his inning-ending, rally-stopping strikeout, Ben, a man of many faces, walked back to the dugout with a huge stupid-looking grin on his face, to the amazement of the rest of the team, as they all questioned why he used that particular bat, instead of his usual bat, "The Tripod."
After this failed opportunity, the defense of TRx spiraled out of control in the bottom of the 5th. This was fueled by Berardi (who STRUCK OUT earlier in the game) making two of his patented "let-me-fall-down-while-attempting-to-throw-the-ball-in-from-the-outfield-so-that-way-no-one-will-see-how-bad-my-arm-is" plays in right center, allowing the onslaught of runs to begin. During this inning there was also a failed double play on an errant throw by GLG, as well as a few other errors. Two near highlights were Orr's spinning diving attempt at a blooper to short right, which he just missed by inches, and a near throw-out at home by Manny, which was online and in time, but hit the runner before Remington could make the catch and apply the tag.
TRx again went down in order again in the 6th and 7th inning in embarrassing fashion. Although this did give TRx another Berardi highlight, as during his at-bat, he could be seen eating out of the ump's hand. Apparently the Elf has a thing for Teen Wolf's dad...
In the end, TRx lost, 7-2, as the 2-6 hitters had a combined 1 hit, while Orr, Golden, and Buonocore had the other four. One can't help question why captain Berardi continues to bat Golden and Buonocore 7th and 8th, despite their stellar batting performances over the course of the season. But the good news is that TRx can't hit much worse than they did yesterday (especially Berardi, who STRUCK OUT early in the game), and with their backs against the wall, TRx should come out ready to play on Wednesday at 5:15. Thanks to fans Bill and daughter and Monika for their love and support...
To all- GOOD LUCK
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