 Thursday, October 30, 2008
Phillies Finish Off Rays in Rain Delayed World Series Game 5
It was hard to tell what was more historic Wednesday evening. Senator Obama's purchase of 30 minute of prime time TV ad time just before the game, the uniqueness of continuing a rain delayed game, or the dramatic finish?
First, congratulations to the Phillies for beating the Rays in the fifth game, 4-3. I was unfortunately wrong in my prediction of the Rays winning in six games.
Bottom Line: The Mets and Yankees have lots of work to do as the World Series teams are teams in their division. It is a miracle that the Mets contended as Lidge saved 51 consecutive games going back to his time with the Astros at the end of 2007 while the Mets had no bullpen to speak of. The Mets must get K-Rod or a similar talented closer. The Phillies clearly have the better bullpen, manager, chemistry, etc.
The Yankees have their work cut out for them too. Mike Mussina will announce in a few days if he will return or not. That will affect the degree of desperation that the Yankees go after CC Sabbathia or other premier starting pitching free agents.
Posted by a concerned Tank in NY.
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