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September 27, 2006

This is getting very interesting

larussa disgusted.jpgThe Stros beat the Pirates last night while the Cardinals behind their ace Carpenter lost again to the Padres. The Stros' (79-78) winning streak is now seven, the Cardinals' (80-76) losing streak is seven, and the Stros have pulled to within 1.5 games of the NL Central lead with five games to go.

If the Stros win three of those five games (two more against the Pirates and three against the Braves), then the Cardinals can still pull it out by winning just 3 of their final six games (one more against the Pads, four against the Brewers, and a make-up game against the Giants, if necessary). So, the Stros are still a longshot to win the division (the Stros are out of the race for the NL Wildcard playoff spot). But it's sure refreshing to watch the Cardinals sweating this one out. The ghost of the 1964 Phillies -- who blew a 6.5 game lead for the National League title by losing 10 of their final 12 games -- is looming large over the Redbirds right now.

If the Stros and Cards end up tied for the NL Central title, then there will be a one-game playoff at Minute Maid Park next Tuesday.

Posted by Tom at September 27, 2006 04:00 AM

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This is unreal. Clemens' career is clearly never going to end. If they miss the playoffs by a game, I wonder if he's going to feel bad about returning later in the season. On the other hand, he may have more gas left in the tank for the playoffs (knock on wood).

Posted by: pix3 [TypeKey Profile Page] at September 27, 2006 09:37 AM

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