In one of the simplest moves this year, the Indians brought Kenny Lofton back to Cleveland. This may be the move that gets them into the playoffs. Not only will this move add a much needed boost at the beginning of the line-up; but, it added an electricity to the team and the fans. The Boston series held a lot of excitement -- near sell-out crowds, a lot of tension between Cleveland and the Boston fans, some great pitching match-ups, and a little offense. There was a special feeling back in the Jake through out that series. But, when Lofton came back, the fans went out to see him. There was an electricity on Friday night that was about the team. Cleveland is finally getting excited about this team. A big part of that is having one of our heroes back in town. There are a lot of guys on this team that the fans just don't like -- Michaels, Peralta, Dellucci, and even Blake (although he's underapperciated). Lofton is one of the guys Cleveland likes to root for. When he was here the first time, The fans loved everyone 1-9. It doesn't seem that way this year. Lofton is a favorite. He belongs here and hopefully will retire an Indian.
He's back in the city where he belongs; but, isn't necessarily where he belongs in the batting order. He needs to bat first to get the offense going. The problem is, the Tribe does not have a true number 2 hitter. What the Tribe needs is to bring Omar back and get rid of Peralta, the team would be greatly improved -- offensively and defensively.
It's great to have Kenny home again!!!
