H O M E . R U N . D E R B Y

The home run derby got old fast, but it was interesting to get a more personal glimpse of so many players through the various interviews. You don’t get as much of this with the other sports. The derby could also not be drug out so much. Instead of 3 hours, they could easily finish in two or 2-1/2 hours.

Cano beat Adrian Gonzalez. Bautista fizzled, as did Rickie Weeks, Matt Kemp, and Matt Holiday. Captains Ortiz and Felder barely made it into the second round. Robinson Cano’s father held up well, pitching several rounds to his son and David Ortiz. Made for better TV. Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina pitched to Holliday.

The celebrity softball game didn’t air until 11 pm, so I didn’t watch the whole thing. Knowing there weren’t announcers in the booth, the miced captains should’ve described the action more. For as long as Erin Andrews has been around, she should’ve known better. The Jonas brother (not Joe) played it too serious. Mild-mannered Lois Gonzalez robbed Rollie Fingers of a home run, but let two wiper-snappers cut in front of him to attempt diving catches.

Anna and Matthew played the Wii and watched a movie on DVD.

Bought two tires this morning at Claire’s favorite place, Tire Deals. The owner still records every purchase in his spiral notebook, but later I thought I saw a laptop computer. Might’ve just been his cash box. His prices have hardly changed in ten years. His help didn’t look too shady…I noticed a help wanted sign on the street.

We met with Colton’s dad about insurance. He wants Will to go to a weekend baseball clinic at the Citadel. Colton is playing for the East Cobb 16U Saints. Said the 18U Saints only lost to the ECB Yankees by one run.

Bought a realistic Tim Tebow Florida Gators jersey.