Squirrels Week One Review

Squirrels open inaugural season with a win


In their inaugural matchup, the Flying Squirrels managed a 6-5-1 win over fellow rookie owner Richard Chase and the division rival Rochester Red Sox. When asked about the victory, GM Adam Anson had this to say, "I thought the team came out of the gate strong and we came away with a close victory. With all the key guys we have on the DL, every win is crucial." The pitching was the bright spot this week, but the offense showed an early ability to swipe some bags, and those were the key reasons the Squirrels came away with the victory.

Flying High

Tim Lincecum- 2W, 17K, 1.29ERA, 0.71WHIP

As expected, Tim Lincecum started the season strong and will have to continue this type of dominance to bolster an injury depleted staff.

Chris Young- .292, 3HR, 11RBI, 4R
In the absolute definition of a pleasant surprise, Chris Young led the offense in week one. Young was the subject of much preseason trade talk, but new management decided to stick with the talented OFer in hopes he would put it all together...it's just one week, but so far so good.

Squirrel Turds

Josh Beckett- 1W, 5K, 6.17ERA, 1.80WHIP
Beckett, who along with Tim Lincecum is expected to lead the Squirrels staff this season, was just awful in his first start of the season.

Troy Glaus- .227, 3R, 2RBI, 2BB
GM Adam Anson drafted Glaus with the expectation that his average might be low all year, but hitting in the middle of Atlanta's lineup should tender him several opportunities for good power numbers. Certainly a disappointing start.