The San Diego Padres had their ideal lineup and batting order in place last night, with Jose Pirela at second base and an outfield of Wil Myers, Franchy Cordero, and Manuel Margot.
Maybe it was an anomaly, or maybe this is the incarnation of the Friars that we, and the team themselves, have been waiting for all season..
The level of confidence in each and every at-bat was considerable and downright impressive. And the results weren’t too shabby either.
Granted, Jason Vargas was making his first start of the year, so there was likely a little rust and nerves to shake off.