Word: reliefer
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...Cloak and Dagger. The best kind of superhero struggles with a crippling weakness, a desire he/she can never fulfill, or, like Spider-Man, a tragic past that motivates his heroic deeds. Spider-Man fights criminals because they killed his dear Uncle Ben. So swoon, people, swoon. To the relief of comics-fans everywhere, director Sam Raimi seems to understand this essential appeal Marvel’s beloved frontman. In all likelihood, Spider-Man will explode in a mélange of all things stunning, wowing, even endearing. I don’t think any of us will be disappointed...
Harvard will rely once again on Crockett’s arm to lead the Crimson pitching squad. The right-hander fanned a record 17 batters and threw 140 pitches in a 6-5 loss to Brown last Saturday. He came on in relief Tuesday to register the final two outs, both strikeouts, and pickup...
After listening to smooth jazz tunes, venturing into Centro was a brief culture shock. With Pavarotti softly crooning in the background, Centro is reminiscent of an Italian villa. Gothic-esque lanterns and relief carvings grace the restaurant, while dim lighting renders the room cozy and romantic. On a Wednesday evening, the clientele was composed largely of professionals in their late twenties or early thirties, most of whom appeared to be having a relaxing evening out with friends. The tables were well-spaced to the point where awkward first-daters would have plenty of privacy to share a life story...
...first time this year, I felt a sense of relief. I’m not ashamed to say it. I was rooting for Montreal...
Walsh was an alchemist in the dugout. In addition to bringing in Crockett, he had fellow starter Justin Nyweide make a rare relief appearance once things got tough for starter Barry Wahlberg. At one point, he pinch-hit freshman Rob Wheeler—who had two career at-bats before yesterday—for senior Chaney Sheffield, despite the availability of the more seasoned Bryan Hale and Mickey Kropf in the dugout...