03-09-2009, 05:41 PM
Like everyone else, I do expect the Cubs to win the division, although I don't think it'll be a cakewalk. It never is.
Just last year, the Cards were absolutely stunning; they had massive injuries, yet Ludwick appeared out of nowhere, Pujols went from great to spectacular, and even freaking <i>Wellermeyer</i> kicked ass. I mean, WTF? They contended all year.
That kind of stuff, plus a natural regression to the mean for a team that suddenly explodes with, say, a 97-win season, is what keeps me on edge.
I'm glad that Lou also feels this way. You can tell that he's not the type to take 'er easy and expect a '08 repeat to automatically happen.
Go Lou! Kick some millionaire ass!
Just last year, the Cards were absolutely stunning; they had massive injuries, yet Ludwick appeared out of nowhere, Pujols went from great to spectacular, and even freaking <i>Wellermeyer</i> kicked ass. I mean, WTF? They contended all year.
That kind of stuff, plus a natural regression to the mean for a team that suddenly explodes with, say, a 97-win season, is what keeps me on edge.
I'm glad that Lou also feels this way. You can tell that he's not the type to take 'er easy and expect a '08 repeat to automatically happen.
Go Lou! Kick some millionaire ass!
There's nothing better than to realize that the good things about youth don't end with youth itself. It's a matter of realizing that life can be renewed every day you get out of bed without baggage. It's tough to get there, but it's better than the dark thoughts. -Lance