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Goulet is in the house

Apr 10th, 2007 by Rob Bradford

Check out some photos from the Red Sox home opener here

“Goulet!!!!!!!”

First it was Wil Ferrell imitating Robert Goulet just prior to throwing out the first pitch at Fenway Park, and now the Lawrence born crooner is actually here, ready to sing something. Oh yeah, the 1967 Red Sox are also ready to be honored.

The Goulet sighting was the second most surreal moment of the day. The first came when a Fenway worker in the elevator uttered the words, “It’s probably not good that I smoke more than I eat.” You think.

It’s cold. So that led me to find out just how a potential pinch-hitter like Eric Hinske gets ready on a day like this. His answer: Starting in the second inning he will ride the stationary bike for 10 minutes after ever inning, followed by some stretching. Then, in the fifth or sixth innings, he will start hitting off the tee.

David Ortiz just did his handshake ritual with Daisuke Matsuzaka during player introductions followed by a bow. Matsuzaka has gotten the biggest ovation during the introductions. Johnny Pesky was a close second.

As for news from Terry Francona:
- Mike Timlin is activated and Javier Lopez is sent down to Pawtucket.
- Lopez left a great impression, especially in his ability to throws strikes.
- Timlin figures to an 8th inning guy, although initially that may depend on situation.
- J.D. Durbin, who the Red Sox claimed off waivers, is “another arm in the organization who can add some depth.”
- Francona mentioned that when Jonathan Papelbon pitched Sunday night “the (catcher’s) mitt was loud.”
- He also mentioned if a single lefty needed to be retired, J.C. Romero would probably get the call, with Hideki Okajima serving as more of a multiple batter type of guy.

Harry Connick Jr. just sang “America the Beautiful”, and yes, we have a Goulet sighting. The Lawrence-born entertainer (did I say that already?) just sang “The Impossible Dream” as members from the ‘67 strolled through the outfield. The group dressed in full uniform (except Carl Yastrzemski, who wore a uniform shirt, but khaki pants)eventually threw out the first pitches.

Connick Jr. and Goulet are in the interview room right now, but our trusty sports editor, Bill Burt, will have to get the true story regarding the men behind the men.

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13 reader comments to “Goulet is in the house”

  1. 1
    Anonymous said:

    Rob,

    not God Bless America it was America the Beautiful!

    Posted: Apr 10th, 2007 at 1:18 pm
  2. 2
    porthos said:

    “The group dressed in full uniform (except Carl Yastrzemski, who wore a uniform shirt, but khaki pants) eventually through out the first pitches.”

    Come on, Rob–you’re a professional writer!

    Just hassling you. Love the blog and keep it up, typos and all!

    Posted: Apr 10th, 2007 at 1:38 pm
  3. 3
    Anonymous said:

    Rob actually had the right threw.

    through means going through something

    threw would be many throws

    Ronb,

    Love the blog. Keep it up!

    Posted: Apr 10th, 2007 at 4:22 pm
  4. 4
    Buffalohead said:

    I didnt know Dennis Dinkwater knew Jerry Lewis?? Did he and Neumy break up???

    Good Luck at the Herald Robert I’ll miss thois blog!!!!

    Posted: Apr 10th, 2007 at 4:23 pm
  5. 5
    Anonymous said:

    is Rob going to the boston herald? if so when did this happen and does that mean you will have a new blog with them?

    Posted: Apr 10th, 2007 at 5:07 pm
  6. 6
    steviet said:

    Who ever was responsible for that pre game celebration of the ‘67 team should be fired, immediately. What a mess that was.

    Posted: Apr 10th, 2007 at 6:31 pm
  7. 7
    Buffalohead said:

    David Scott reports that the Boston Herald might be close to bringing Rob Bradford on board in the next month or so. He also reports on a couple of new hires at NESN.

    Posted: Apr 10th, 2007 at 6:33 pm
  8. 8
    Buffalohead said:

    Please Rob dont give the keys to the blog to Billy Burt whatever you do or even Lenny “Right” Megs

    ya that Dentist “dr” charles steinberg is a real wierd looking little dude

    Posted: Apr 10th, 2007 at 6:36 pm
  9. 9
    Dover said:

    Can you give a little insight on Yaz without a hat and khaki pants? He looked a little irritated out there.

    Posted: Apr 10th, 2007 at 7:23 pm
  10. 10
    Brian said:

    Hey Rob -

    Just took a look at the slideshow, someone should tell the caption writer, that he/she, should lay off, using so many, commas.

    Posted: Apr 10th, 2007 at 10:50 pm
  11. 11
    Manny Mota said:

    Enjoy the blog, Rob. Hope you can keep it going regardless of what paper you’re working for.

    Have to comment on the ‘67 throwback unis worn by the former players during that pregame ceremony. Why in the world did they put the names on the back? Red Sox home jerseys have always been just the numbers…that looked awfully tacky.

    I believe Yaz once said after he retired that he would never again dress in full uniform for any type of commemorative ceremony.

    Posted: Apr 11th, 2007 at 1:55 pm
  12. 12
    Anonymous said:

    Rob -

    Julian Tavarez better watch his back. Devern Hansack is dominating in AAA.

    10.2ip, 6h, 2r, 1er, 3bb, 20k’s

    Posted: Apr 11th, 2007 at 3:47 pm
  13. 13
    RedSoxGal said:

    Rob, Congrats on the new gig. I hope you can keep up the blog at the Herald.

    Do you think it seemed like Dice-K had a small strike zone last night or was it just me (and my distant upper bleacher seats?)

    Posted: Apr 12th, 2007 at 12:49 pm
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