In-game dynamic; Astros-Angels

[das]

After watching all three games, I thought it interesting the interactions between both teams during the series. Lots of friendly banter and pats on the back at the plate, on the bases, after a hard slide, etc...  I don't remember ever seeing it to this degree.  Did I imagine that?

[subnuclear]

No. I saw Aybar (I think) try to use Valbuena's uniform as a towel to wipe dirt off his uniform. Valbuena gave him a look, but smiled like he got the joke.

[jbm]

The said dipshit (Pujols) gave Valbuena a first baseman's mitt so he could play first.  Found that anecdote surprising on many levels.

[NeilT]

Was the picture of Pujols hugging Altuve taken in this series?  It's got to be one of the classic baseball photos.

[roadrunner]

It's only funny because every media outlet puts the matchup in a "rivarly" context.  Like "The Astros take on their division rivals."  etc.  Just feels forced, whereas the stuff with Arlington feels a little more natural.

[NeilT]

Arlington or Seattle.  I hate those bastards.

[Nate in IA]

I think it's a testament to the two team's makeup.   I think they are two teams who genuinely have fun playing this game and don't take themselves too seriously.