 Wednesday, September 13, 2006
A New King is about to be crowned
In keeping with last night's regal theme of the Japanese Baseball Emperor's return, the Atlanta Braves are no longer 14 time NL East Champions. The new King is most likely the Mets as their magic number is 2 who will hopefully clinch this weekend in Pittsburgh against the Pirates. (I know that it is almost certain but I am very superstitious and don't want to jinx the Mets.)
The Mets had another come from behind win, 7-4 in 11 innings, against the young and tough Florida Marlins team. It was also their 90th win of the season. As much as I love Willie Randolph as a former Yankee and current Mets manager, Joe Girardi (another former Yankee btw) is the NL Manager of the year as he brought back a vastly underfunded and young team back from 20 games under .500. Even though I am not Roman Catholic, I will name Joe my patent pending "Mother Teresa" Miracle Manager Award (MTMMA) for winning when despite low payrolls, inexperienced players, careless owners, poor morale, etc. The first MTMMA winner was former Tampa D-Rays manager Lou Pinella, also a former Yankee, btw.
Speaking of the Tampa D-Rays, the Yankees beat them 8-4. Derek Jeter extended his hitting streak to 22.
Praying for a Subway Series.
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