When I say Doug Brocail, you think...Mitch Williams.
OK, maybe not. But the Padres reliever is developing a reputation as a head-hunter amongst the Rockies crowd. On Saturday he dotted SS Troy Tulowitzki on the wrist. Tuesday he followed that up by dosing slugger Matt Holliday on the hand. In a supposed retaliation effort, Rockies pitcher Jeff Francis was ejected in the 5th inning for throwing behind Padres rookie Kevin Kouzmanoff.
Francis reminded people of Sean Tracey seeming unwilling to hit Kouzmanoff, repented the fact that it was the first time he had been kicked out of a game, and is now facing a possible suspension. Now the question isn't whether or not Hurdle or Francis will be suspended -- it's should we expect more fireworks during the season?
When Padres manager Bud Black was asked if Francis' ejection was the end of the disagreement, Black said, "I think so. I hope so ... Said Hurdle: "I have no comment."This will no doubt be a rivalry to keep your eye on during the season.
