Texsox Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 :fthecubs :sosasucks Go Houston! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 Go stros!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Critic Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 No Barry Bonds = GO ASTROS!!!! Bonds is an amazing player, but I still just don't like him at all. Can't root for him or his team. HEY, why aren't the CUBBIES on that poll?????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NUKE_CLEVELAND Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 :fthecubs :sosasucks Go Houston! I really, REALLY want the 'Stros to take it. The media, and everyone left them for dead not too long ago but they fought back, like a real champion would, and now they're right in the thick of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greasywheels121 Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 I really, REALLY want the 'Stros to take it. The media, and everyone left them for dead not too long ago but they fought back, like a real champion would, and now they're right in the thick of it. That's really awesome. I haven't followed the standings much this past month, so it was crazy to hear the Astros pulled into 1st in the WC last night. Good for them; I hope they can do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
He_Gawn Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 The Stros fo sho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texsox Posted September 30, 2004 Author Share Posted September 30, 2004 Do you think Steinbrenner and Yankee fans were pulling for Roger last night? He would receive such a nice reception pitching a game 1 in Yankee Stadium. If the Astros make the playoffs my guess is Clemens will be the Cy Young winner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texsox Posted September 30, 2004 Author Share Posted September 30, 2004 The Cubs are finishing up against Atlanta. who knows what Atlanta will do to rest starters, they need to stay sharp without hurting anyone. The Giants need to sweep LA to gain a share of the West so LA will be playing hard for at least one win. The Astros host Colorado who is playing for pride. Sometimes the most dangerous situation. They haven't made a decision but if Sunday's game is important, Clemens may be asked to pitch on short rest. Gee, do you think the Rocket would turn down the chance to pitch? It's nice to have a pennant race to follow and a dog in the hunt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jordan4life_2007 Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 I'm kinda torn. The Astros are pretty much my second favorite team. And at the same time I would like to see Bonds get another shot at a ring. But it's hard not to pull for the Stros. This team was literally six feet under just a month and a half ago. Now I think they've won something like 33 of their last 43 games. What makes their run even more amazing if not shocking is they've done it without two of their top four starters in Pettite and Wade Miller. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texsox Posted September 30, 2004 Author Share Posted September 30, 2004 I'm kinda torn. The Astros are pretty much my second favorite team. And at the same time I would like to see Bonds get another shot at a ring. But it's hard not to pull for the Stros. This team was literally six feet under just a month and a half ago. Now I think they've won something like 33 of their last 43 games. What makes their run even more amazing if not shocking is they've done it without two of their top four starters in Pettite and Wade Miller. I am starting to soften towards Bonds. Perhaps he really is the greatest hitter of our generation. I would hate to spend his march to history pissed off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBAHO Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 Giants for me. I'm not a Bonds hater like most people, and I think it would be a shame if they missed out on the playoffs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoxFan562004 Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 Astros! Watching Roger Clemens is amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Critic Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 The Cubs are finishing up against Atlanta. who knows what Atlanta will do to rest starters, they need to stay sharp without hurting anyone. The Giants need to sweep LA to gain a share of the West so LA will be playing hard for at least one win. The Astros host Colorado who is playing for pride. Sometimes the most dangerous situation. They haven't made a decision but if Sunday's game is important, Clemens may be asked to pitch on short rest. Gee, do you think the Rocket would turn down the chance to pitch? It's nice to have a pennant race to follow and a dog in the hunt. I read somewhere that the Braves are playing their regulars to keep them sharp, and also to try to keep the Cubs out of the postseason. Some people think they hold a grudge for the Cubs eliminating them, but I don't buy it. Staying sharp I can agree with, but arranging your lineup based on some grudge isn't smart. Realistically, the Cubs need to take 3 or their last 4 games to get in. They have the talent to do it, but they sure don't look like a playoff team lately. I also thought I read somewhere that Oswalt would go for Houston on Sunday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Critic Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 I am starting to soften towards Bonds. Perhaps he really is the greatest hitter of our generation. I would hate to spend his march to history pissed off. I'm not pissed off, I just don't care much about him. I'm watching his assault on the home-run title, and his insane offensive numbers, and I'm impressed, but I'm not happy for him and it doesn't change my opinion of him. Much like Ted Williams, who was an egomaniacal jackass, Barry Bonds is not likable in my view and really never will be. I put him in the Carlton/Abdul-Jabbar/Fisk file. Great players all, but I don't care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 I read somewhere that the Braves are playing their regulars to keep them sharp, and also to try to keep the Cubs out of the postseason. Some people think they hold a grudge for the Cubs eliminating them, but I don't buy it. Staying sharp I can agree with, but arranging your lineup based on some grudge isn't smart. Realistically, the Cubs need to take 3 or their last 4 games to get in. They have the talent to do it, but they sure don't look like a playoff team lately. I also thought I read somewhere that Oswalt would go for Houston on Sunday. If the Cubs get in they play the Braves in the first round. If you are the Braves would you rather play the Cubs, Giants or Astros? With that pitching staff, the Cubs are the last team I would want to face. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jordan4life_2007 Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 If the Cubs get in they play the Braves in the first round. If you are the Braves would you rather play the Cubs, Giants or Astros? With that pitching staff, the Cubs are the last team I would want to face. Exactly. That's why I see the Braves treating this upcoming series like a playoff series. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WSoxShuf Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 I dont f***in care just make sure its not the cubs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSteve Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 Astros cause itd hurt the Cubs the most. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AssHatSoxFan Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 go padres Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texsox Posted September 30, 2004 Author Share Posted September 30, 2004 I also thought I read somewhere that Oswalt would go for Houston on Sunday. I was listening to the game and Milo Hamilton reported that Sunday's starter wouldn't be determined until Friday at the earliest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babybearhater Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 The Cubs are finishing up against Atlanta. who knows what Atlanta will do to rest starters, they need to stay sharp without hurting anyone. The Giants need to sweep LA to gain a share of the West so LA will be playing hard for at least one win. The Astros host Colorado who is playing for pride. Sometimes the most dangerous situation. They haven't made a decision but if Sunday's game is important, Clemens may be asked to pitch on short rest. Gee, do you think the Rocket would turn down the chance to pitch? It's nice to have a pennant race to follow and a dog in the hunt. The Braves are still racing for homefield advantage though, im sure they wont rest anyone until they are guaranteed that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZoomSlowik Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 I voted for the Astros, mainly because I want to see the Cubs finish in 3rd. I'm not really sure I'd want to play the Astros over the Cubs if I were the Braves. The Cubs have more talent and their staff is tough in a short series, but Houston has been awesome recently and the Cubs appear more likely to implode, plus Clemens and Oswalt are probably pitching better right now than any two Cubs starters. I'd REALLY want to play the Giants if I were the Braves. Schmidt has looked human since his injury and the rest of their staff and the pen looks iffy. I'm glad to hear that the Braves aren't going to call it quits until the playoffs though. :fthecubs :fthecubs :fthecubs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoxFan562004 Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 I voted for the Astros, mainly because I want to see the Cubs finish in 3rd. I'm not really sure I'd want to play the Astros over the Cubs if I were the Braves. The Cubs have more talent and their staff is tough in a short series, but Houston has been awesome recently and the Cubs appear more likely to implode, plus Clemens and Oswalt are probably pitching better right now than any two Cubs starters. I'd REALLY want to play the Giants if I were the Braves. Schmidt has looked human since his injury and the rest of their staff and the pen looks iffy. I'm glad to hear that the Braves aren't going to call it quits until the playoffs though. :fthecubs :fthecubs :fthecubs That's definitely a tough call... the Astros are red hot, similar to the way the Marlins and Angels were when they won the world series, so they could be a steamroller. However, I don't care how s***tily they have pitched this year, Prior and Wood are still REAL intimidating, especially in a short series. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yoda Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 The Wild Card is most likely to be won by the Astros. They play the Colorado Rockies over the weekend and taking 2 out of 3 may have them in those playoffs. Go Astros! Go San Francisco! :fthecubs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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