As a small positive, Stammen struggled early, but he was much improved vs. his last three times out. It was almost like he said "Enough of this crap" after those homers and settled in.
The bullpen was so great over that 8-game streak, they were overdue for a clunker
No excuses from Burnett at least. Per Harlan:
"I felt strong. No excuse," Burnett said. "That was embarrassing. I expect much better of myself, and I know the team does. That can't happen again."
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/nationalsjournal/2009/08/braves_6_nats_2.html#moreBring on Cincinnati!
