Hello Win Column, Win #4: Ranger Offense Shoots the Birds, 19-6

I have to say, after losing two of the first three to the Orioles, that one felt good. Surprisingly, however, we also saw some strength from the bullpen in the form of newly recuperated flamethrower Willie Eyre. Josh Rupe was, of course, the usual Josh Rupe, but a strong comeback from Eyre would go a long way towards improving the lackluster bullpen. So, despite the fact that the roar of the mighty offense (and historic performance from Kinsler) was entertaining enough for last night, the brightest spot for me was Eyre's performance. Why? We all know by now that we can't rely solely on our offense, no matter how potent it is.

Game links: Game Recap, Boxscore

But that's enough about the game from a Ranger standpoint. Let's here from the losing locker room:

Rangers 19, Orioles 6: Yes, Virginia, 19 from Camden Chat

"They didn't make it to 30 this time, but it wasn't for a lack of trying, both from the Rangers' bats and the Orioles' pitchers . . . At 6-3, [we've] been outscored by opponents 69-56. Continued success like that is unlikely . . . Pretty freaking ugly game, to say the least . . . "

Here's That Third Game of the Series Again from 33rd and Eutaw

"What is it about the third game of a three game series? It's getting weird now. We beat a team two straight – and then get absolutely blown the f*** out in the series finale . . . The off day tomorrow is much needed, I know that much. And it's going to be a big f****** weekend in Boston."

Streak Continues, O’s Get Demolished from Birds Watcher

"Oh boy, what can you say about the pitching tonight. It was horrible from the first inning to the ninth . . . I’m put this game behind me, hopefully the pitching will be more motivated for Boston."

Play it again: Orioles 19, Rangers 6 from The Baltimore Sun

"The Orioles obviously didn't enjoy Ian Kinsler's recording just the fourth cycle in Rangers history at their expense. But they seemed to be less amused by his base running after his sixth hit, an eighth-inning double. With Texas leading 16-4, Kinsler took third base on Matt Albers' pitch that just bounced away from catcher Chad Moeller. Albers threw the next two pitches high and inside to Michael Young, and after striking out Josh Hamilton, he hit Andruw Jones in the back with a pitch."

Orioles Get Whipped 19-6 by Rangers from Orioles Post

"Just bad. Plain bad . . . and Mark Hendrickson paid for it as he only lasted 3 2/3 innings and gave up nine runs -- only TWO earned -- my lord."