Archive for October, 2010

The ferocity with which the Giants fans attack you on the street for donning a Phillies hat is simply staggering. One guy yelled *Let’s go Reds!* at me. Then he laughed and patted me on the shoulder. Then he apologized.

So if Ryan Madson wants to put on a terrifying mask and hang out in a hot tub, hey, that’s cool.

Have you seen Philadelphia’s trash? It’s rarely enjoyable and costs too much. The Burrell comparison would have been dead on. And yet we restrained ourselves.

But always, always, there would be Roy Oswalt’s smile; slithering into your dreams, hurling Vulcan change-ups in your face, and laughing like a lunatic clown.

It is Cincinnati. And it welcomes you open arms. And then in mid-embrace, plans to stab you in the back with a chili fork.

Then we saw a quick shot of Captain Hugs and for the first time ever, the first thing on his mind was not grabbing the nearest teammate in a passionate embrace.

Oh, also, no-hitters against the top offensive team in the league in a playoff debut is not as impressive as a 2-hit CG shut-out against the Braves. Thanks for clearing that up, the New York Times.

Thus far in this series, “playoff experience” has probably been the most important factor.

In Hirschbeck’s defense, I’ve heard The Social Network is very good.

Look a pumpkin!