Gallardo Helps Himself Out

The Brewers got lucky with their first win of the season. They only had 4 runs on only 6 hits, and all 4 of their runs came with 2 outs. Along with the poor offense, they had 2 errors in the game too. If they keep playing ball like this, they might not even make it to 50 wins on the year.

Last night Mike Cameron hit a solo home run and then Yovani Gallardo had a three run home run. Before Gallardo came up with two outs, Jason Kendall bats before him. The Giants intentially walked Kendall to put baserunners on first and second with two outs with the pitcher coming up. Gallardo was down in 1-2 in the count and got a high fastball, and hit a huge home run. The home run made up the difference in the game because the final score was 4-2.

Gallardo also pitched great last night. He pitched 6 and 2/3 innings and only allowed 2 runs. He struck out 6 and only walked 2 batters. He looked great on the mound and after he got control of his breaking ball, he was lights out.

I think that the Brewers will do good this year, and will make another playoff push. They have to improve their pitching, but Gallardo is a big part of it. If he pitches like he did last night, he will be great for the Brewers.