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Ahhh, refreshing April showers, better late than never. The bullpen could have used a day off a few days ago, but last night’s rainout should do just fine. There were some negatives to the day off however. Anytime I have to wait an extra day to watch Johan pitch, it’s a bad thing. Obviously, if Delgado finally had some momentum, you hate to see an off day. And finally, the New York media had extra time to stir the pot on the infamous Curtain Call scandal. I know others have written about it, but I can’t help myself. Am I the only one that thinks it’s great that Carlos still has the confidence to expect great things from himself? He doesn’t just expect solo shots in the 7^th; he expects power…in a timely fashion, with runners on and the game on the line. Personally, I assumed his confidence had been shattered, perhaps beyond repair. So let’s enjoy the abbreviated series with the Pirates. Let’s enjoy each and every pitch Johan throws. Let’s enjoy a refreshed bullpen, if it’s used. Let’s go Mets!

On an unrelated note, today is a great day to give Omar Minaya a HUGE pat on the back, even an “atta boy” if you’d like. Today is the beginning of Barry Zito’s bullpen career. I don’t know about you, but I was really looking forward to watching Zito throw his filthy curve in a Mets uniform. Omar’s decision not to give Zito what he wanted contractually looks better with every 82mph fastball he throws.  Thank you Omar!