As early as the second inning, I could see that the Red Sox would be waxed by the Cardinals. Matt Clement simply didn't have his stuff. When he was taken out in the fourth, I had had just about enough. The Boston Globe says the Sox were thrown for loss.

With my interest waning, I found myself switching to Bravo where the season premiere of "Queer Eye" was being aired. I must admit I've watched the show before. In that one episode, the "Fab Five" took a New York artist with long hair and overalls, and well, made him look more New York. It was an amusing program. But with so much competing for my attention, I have not since had the opportunity to view it.

But Tuesday "Queer Eye" gave my heros a new look. Like passing a car wreck, I had to have a look. The five representatives of the World Champion Red Sox opened their clubhouse doors to get in touch with their feminine side.

It is always good to see guys out of their element. These guys truly were. Big, burly professional athletes getting makeovers is a rare sight even in this modern era of metrosexuals.

Here were Tim Wakefield, who appeared to be uncomfortable throughout the program; Doug Mirabelli, who complained about wearing pinstripes (I understand his pain); Jason Varitek, who got flown in by helicopter for the event; Johnny Damon, who had his non-existent chest hair removed; and Kevin Millar, who at the end of the day still needed a makeover.

I watched with mild interest, hoping to catch a glimpse into the lives of champions. I found out little, I didn't already know.

There were indeed some funny moments. The funniest - watching Kevin Millar grimace in pain with each tear of the tape has his back hair was removed. He also had some witty comments throughout the broadcast including a particular moment while sitting in a bathrobe and soaking his feet he exclaims, "Now I'm gay."

I don't think that Tek had ever been in a salon-like atmosphere admitting he usually goes to Supercuts. Johnny Damon seemed more comfortable than the rest.

This show was about getting kids in Port Charlotte, Fla. a new field and baseball equipment. I like the fact that some of my favorite Red Sox could do their part to help. It was also a show to get ratings and I suspect to pull a different audience.

That said, I probably won't return. Did I really need to see these guys breathing and sniffing protective cups? Did Carson, have to make inappropriate comments around Little Leaguers? I guess I'm a bit old-fashioned, I still go to barbershops for my off-color jokes.

I couldn't bring myself to watch the Little League game, turning my attention back to the St. Louis massacre.

Unlike myself, the Boston players proved to be good sports. They sported new clothes and got a trim. Though, I think the episode somehow messed up their offense.

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