Red Sox-Angels (August 21, 2005)

The Boston bats were quieted by Angels rookie Ervin Santana for 7.2-innings and a late rally couldn't do the job, wasting a fine performance by Bronson Arroyo (6 IP, 1 ER). With their lead in the A.L. East now down to just three-games, the Red Sox need to win today to split the series with the Angels. Impressive rookie Jonathan Papelbon (0-0, 3.48) faces off against Paul Byrd (9-7, 3.88). NESN and WEEI have the game starting at 4:05 p.m. Even though the Sox are out West, Fenway Park will still be rocking tonight. The Rolling Stones are in town for two shows (tonight and Tuesday night) and while the investigation as to whether or not the Stones opened Fenway in 1912 is still ongoing, let it be known there will be no refunds if Jagger, Richards or another member of the band croaks before they finish their Fenway sets. (All kidding aside, the Stones are great and everything but TheBostonInsider is demanding that U2 be the Fenway band of choice in 2006!)