In the top of the third, the Expos took a huge lead. Four ground balls in the infield, none of which were recorded as outs, plus two walks (one quasi intentional) led to a six running inning, and the Expos were up 9-1.
Storm made small steps in the fourth and fifth, scoring three in each inning, but the Expos put up runs in those innings as well and the lead only decreased incrementally. Storm went into the last inning down 7 runs having only scored seven runs in the whole game. The bottom of the order did a great job getting on base, and Storm used as many runners as they could. Duran came up with the chance to tie the game and a home run to hit, but he popped out. Lance came up with two outs. He popped up behind third base, but the ball fell harmlessly to the ground. Jeff was now up with the bases loaded and two outs and the tying run at first. He drove a line drive over the left centre fielder's head and cleared the bases tying the game. Then Slammin’ Sam Pilkey came up. He launched a ball over the fence.
I am Sam. Sam I am.
I hit the ball as hard as I can.
I like to stand up straight and tall
And hit the ball over the wall.
In all seriousness, if there was a most improved player award, Slammin’ Sam Pilkey would be up for it.
This was one of Storm’s greatest comebacks and there was likely a groan throughout the WMSPL when it was discovered that Storm had escaped near certain defeat,
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