Yardwork: Jeff Francoeur Delivered 20 Pizzas to Fans in the Oakland Stands
By Tim Ryan
He did it again last night — 20 pizzas to Section 149 (here’s video). Jeff Francoeur is awesome.
Those same well-fed fans presented him with a green shirt that said “Second Annual Bacon Fest sponsored by Jeff Francoeur.” Here’s the keeper quote from Frenchy: “I told them I’ll come out early and hang out with them in the parking lot and eat bacon.”
A’s 5, Royals 4, 12 innings — Speaking of, the A’s won on a walkoff hit by pitch in the bottom of the 12th. Why is that so perfect?
Rays 4, Tigers 2 — Tampa put four runs up against Justin Verlander and they beat up Mariano Rivers on Opening Day with a walkoff win. They’re off to quite a start. It’s early, but I’m penciling in an appointment for the Rays and Tigers in the ALCS.
Nats 4, Mets 0 — The Mets scored zero runs in support of starting pitcher Johan Santana. It’s just like old times.
Phillies 7, Marlins 1 — So much for a showdown between fierce aces. Josh Johnson’s line? 3.2 IP, 11 H, 6 ER, 1 BB, 1 K. Abomination.
Rockies 17, Giants 9 — Tim Lincecum, clearly inspired by Josh Johnson, gave up six runs and eight hits over a putrid 2 1/3 innings.