March 30, 2008
Almost Perfect
If Tim Hudson had started in the second inning, he'd be pitching a perfect game right now. Since Kearns singled in the first, Hudson retired the last 19 batters. He's losing 2-1, so he may be lifted for a pinch hitter, unless the leadoff man gets on and Sox elects to bunt.
Update: Kotsay flies out, and Brian Pena pinch hits. Hudson leaves the game after 78 pitches, 55 for strikes. He pitched well enough to win, but he needs the Braves to pick up two or more runs in this half inning for that to happen.