So we are almost to halftime of the 2008 MLB season and the Reds are almost back to .500. There have been some great story lines so far. Edinson Volquez is a monster. I have NEVER seen a change-up move like his. Add that to his fastball and goodnight, sweet prince! Cueto looks good too and Votto is awesome as well.
I think this is a bad time for the all-star break. The Reds are red hot and the break could cool them off. The good news is Dusty won't let that happen. He is cutting the break a day short for the entire team for a mandatory full team workout. Now if he could only teach some of the players how to bunt...
The rest of the year could be fun. Depending on what happens on Sunday, the Reds could start the second half at least 6 games back in the wild card and 2 games under .500. Anyone who said Dusty was awful for this team is wrong. This is essentially the same team as last year and they are on track to win 10 more games. With a ton of games left within the Central Division, look for the Reds to make some noise.
My first half grade: C
The team could play better (and they are starting to) but they could be A LOT worse.
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