I think it's all about experience

After they've seen a pitcher a time or two, they can lay them out (see Rivera). But they just seem to have trouble facing a pitcher for the first time. Today's game is just the latest example of having an experienced team who needs to study their opponent.

The rookie took a two-hit shutout into the eighth inning

But more importantly, Schilling's going back into the rotation where he belongs. This is good news for all Sox fans. I expect he'll be rusty for a couple of outings, but he'll be back in form for the playoffs.