A dream has finally come true for Boston Red Sox veteran pitcher Tim Wakefield. After posting arguments about why Wakefield should and shouldn't be selected as an All-Star, the managers have spoken and selected him for the American League roster in St. Louis.Here 's the Red Sox breakdown:Fans' voteJason Bay LFDustin Pedroia 2BPlayers' voteJonathan Papelbon CloserJosh Beckett SPManagers' voteTim Wakefield SPKevin Youkilis 1B (Mark Teixeira will start at first base)This is Wakefield's first All-Star game in his 17-year career (15 with the Red Sox). He received a tremendous standing ovation at Fenway this afternoon when his name was called along with his five other teammates. Congrats to Tim Wakefield for being named to the American League All-Star team!Like what you see? Follow Batter-up with Bruno on Twitter
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Via Surviving Grady
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July 04, 2009
Last night, Tim Wakefield and the Red Sox were robbed of a victory by one of their own fans. Leading 2-1 in the fourth, Langerhans hit what should have been the second out of the inning. Instead, a "fan" reached out of the stands with his cap and snatched the ball before it could drop into Youk's glove. Langerhans hit the next pitch for a double and the floodgates opened...
Via Fire Brand American League
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July 03, 2009
Tim Wakefield has never been to an All-Game and this year may be his best and last chance. With a 10-3 record, the few blips that bounced his ERA above 4.00 can be ignored along the way, especially with a win in a head to head duel with 8-3 Felix Hernandez (2.54 ERA) tonight.
Via Baseball Musings
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July 03, 2009
Tim Wakefield did not earn his 11th win of the season, but he didn’t lose either. Nick Green hit a two-run, two-out double in the eighth to tie the Mariners at five, and taking Wakefield off the hook for the loss. Rob Johnson got those two back with a double in the top [...]
Via The Hardball Times
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July 05, 2009
Tim Wakefield finally makes the All-Star team, as announced yesterday.Click the title to read more.Click here to learn about THT's download subscriptions.
Via Sportable
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July 07, 2009
Hosts: Sonny and Ryan In this episode, we discussed the rosters for the 2009 MLB All Star Game in St. Louis. Controversial manager selections like Tim Wakefield and Ryan Howard were discussed, as well as the National League’s young bullpen. With the Final Vote underway, we also made our picks for the final player in each [...]
Via Pine Fresh Shenanigans
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July 06, 2009
As we all know, Tim Wakefield is an All Star at last. Some people are very butthurt about it with good reason. I mean yes Millwood and/or Lester should've been an All Star but you know what? **** you, I love that Wake is an All Star. I'm irrational, yes, but I'm happy for the guy and he's finally getting some recognition. It's lame, yes, but honestly it's...
Via Fark.com
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July 05, 2009
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Via Sox and Dawgs Inactive
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July 04, 2009
The Boston Red Sox returned home to Fenway Park for a 10-game stanza last night only to have the Seattle Mariners spoil the first game with a 7-6 win.
Tim Wakefield started last night and set a Red Sox record with his 383rd start, moving him out of a tie with Roger Clemens. Wake was hoping [...]
Via boston.com
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July 03, 2009
After the Red Sox skulked into their clubhouse, his keepsake night turned sour, Tim Wakefield resumed his wait. He has pitched in the majors for 17 years and, as of last night, made more starts for the Red Sox than any pitcher in history. He’s waited this long without making an All-Star team. What’s one more day?
Via Sign on San Diego
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July 06, 2009
Red Sox manager Terry Francona had a little fun with Tim Wakefield after the 42-year-old knuckleballer made his first All-Star team.
Via Washington Times
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July 07, 2009
The ire over Major League Baseball's All-Star Game rosters, as predictable a rite of summer as Fourth of July fireworks and second-degree sunburns, has arrived again. This time most of it is centered around two players: Tim Wakefield, Boston's 42-year-old knuckleballer making his first career All-Star appearance despite a 4.30 ERA, and Ryan Howard, the Phillies first baseman...
Via Empyreal Environs
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July 05, 2009
Game 81: July 5, 2009 Mariners4BS, L: Miguel Batista (2, 5-3)42-39, 1 game losing streak Red Sox8W: Justin Masterson (3-2)49-32, 1 game winning streak Highlights: David Ortiz gave Tim Wakefield a huge hug right in the middle of the pitcher’s in-game interview. Wakefield became the second-oldest player to make an
Via Mighty Quinn Media Machine
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July 05, 2009
Six members of the Boston Red Sox will be heading to St. Louis for the All-Star Game on July 14th. Jason Bay and Dustin Pedroia were elected by the fans. That guy from New York (his name escapes me at the moment) beat out Kevin Youkilis at first, but Youk was added to the roster, as were pitchers Jonathan Papelbon and Josh Beckett.Also on is Tim Wakefield, who will be making his...
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