Did anybody in Red Sox Nation think we had a chance once Tito brought in Gagne? Sure, it’s the 11th inning. Yes, we’ve already used Delcarmen, Okajima, Timlin and Paps going on 2 innings. But for Christ’s sakes, if this isn’t the time for a long reliever (Lester), when is? I know Lester didn’t fare too well either, but here’s a recap of Gagne’s playoff appearances:

• ALDS Game 3: Gange enters with a 9-0 lead and promptly gives up a run.

• ALCS Game 1: Gagne enters a 10-3 game, loads the bases, and goes 3-0 on Grady Sizemore before striking him out to end the game. No runs allowed, but not exactly a 1-2-3 inning either.
• ALCS Game 2: Tie game, top of the 11th. Gagne K’s the number 9 hitter and then gives up a single to Sizemore and a walk to Cabrera (I’m not even going to try to spell his first name). Needless to say, both runs end up scoring and then some.

If you want somebody who can pitch a few innings in a blowout, put Tavarez on the roster. Gagne is just fucking worthless.

Oh, and I’m also still pissed that Youks was about 5 feet from ending the game in the 9th. He KILLED that ball.