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Alkie · « **on:** September 29, 2006, 11:56:32 am »

Kind of have a weird feeling about tonight?

I don't know, it's hard to place. Just feels like ten-straight-wins is an awful lot, no matter who is pitching for us tonight. Plus it's the Braves and a starter we've never faced.

We know Rocket hadn't been very good on 3 days rest before; how has he been on full rest AFTER starting on 3 days rest before?

MusicMan · « **Reply #1 on:** September 29, 2006, 11:59:59 am »

I just know they'd better win the next two, b/c if they have to face Smoltz with the playoffs on the line, they're in a world of shit.

Tomorrow is the game that really freaks me out, but I'll be good and take 'em one at a time.

homer · « **Reply #2 on:** September 29, 2006, 12:02:28 pm »

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Kind of have a weird feeling about tonight?

I don't know, it's hard to place. Just feels like ten-straight-wins is an awful lot, no matter who is pitching for us tonight. Plus it's the Braves and a starter we've never faced.

We know Rocket hadn't been very good on 3 days rest before; how has he been on full rest AFTER starting on 3 days rest before?

I am more concerned about the rookie southpaw than Rocket.

Alkie · « **Reply #3 on:** September 29, 2006, 12:02:57 pm »

Yeah, the feeling I had in Pitt of KNOWING we'd sweep...it's been replaced. Not that I KNOW we're going to lose, I just feel like "whoa, wait a second here, hoss. It's the fucking Braves. Satan Weiss doesn't still play there, does he?"

Duke · « **Reply #6 on:** September 29, 2006, 12:09:45 pm »

Only because we're seeing a rookie that we haven't faced before. Normally that would mean bad news. However, the way the freight train is rolling, I think we got a shot. The ATL will only have 16k fans there and half will be 'Stros fans.

Not trying to piss of the BBGs, but fuck the ATL.

Lefty · « **Reply #8 on:** September 29, 2006, 12:13:18 pm »

I have no "feeling" whatsoever, no confidence, no worry, nada. Just wish the game started soon...8 frikken hours to go? This shit is fun.

littlevisigoth · « **Reply #9 on:** September 29, 2006, 12:16:26 pm »

Lefty means Lamb and Huff on the bench.

Rookie means we probably won't get shit off him until the second or third time through.

We NEED six or seven zeroes from the Rocket... and some serious positive mojo, which we seem to have in spades lately (let's hope it's not all used up)

Tralfaz · « **Reply #13 on:** September 29, 2006, 12:22:17 pm »

I was worried about a let down in PIT, worried about fatigue after the extra innings, worried about going to Philly, worried all season. Now I feel strangely tranquil, and even that worries me. I'd be worried if I wasn't worried, and I'm not, so I am.

toddthebod · « **Reply #14 on:** September 29, 2006, 12:22:30 pm »

I know that Lane got a hit yesterday. And I know that Huff's numbers aren't very good against left-handed hitters. But I still have no confidence in Lane and I would much rather see Huff start than Lane.

Tralfaz · « **Reply #19 on:** September 29, 2006, 12:28:09 pm »

Yeah, Lane as stated here thousands of times, has a swing that is either right on or right grotty. I'd much rather see that once a game and he's been alright off the bench lately.

LonghornCDR · « **Reply #23 on:** September 29, 2006, 02:09:48 pm »

So you're a Carson Daly fan, too.

toddthebod · « **Reply #25 on:** September 29, 2006, 03:03:29 pm »

I also have a bad feeling about this series.

The Braves just have too many good hitters: Jones, Jones, McCann, Francouer, LaRoche, Giles, Renteria.

They can clearly outslug the Astros, so Clemens and Pettite and TBA are going to have to shut them down.

JimR · « **Reply #26 on:** September 29, 2006, 03:21:33 pm »

well, shit, let's just forfeit. we are supposed to be opening cans of whoopass, not angst. you nervous nellies should just keep the TV off and check the TZ for the finals.

enjoy this! there is nothing like playoff baseball.

NeilT · « **Reply #27 on:** September 29, 2006, 04:09:23 pm »

I have a bad feeling too. I think it's the Frito pie.

headhunter · « **Reply #28 on:** September 29, 2006, 04:10:27 pm »

Amen Mister Jim.
Postseason baseball for the Astros usually means a visit to Atlanta, it wouldn't be proper if the Astros didn't sweep by for a quick hello to old friends.

Unlike the jaded Brave fan who doesn't pay attention till the ted is hosting an AL team, I love a pennant race. As gut-wrenching as it is, watching this insane final sprint from behind is incredible. I am so proud of the Astros and love the heart that Garner on down have shown. We get to enjoy three games that matter against an old rival that's playing for pride.

The Astros are going to fight like hell to win each game. That's enough for me. And fuck that poor little left-handed rookie. We've never seen him, but he's never had to stand in front of a train with this kind of momentum before. Maybe he'll notice the bits of brain and feather plastered to the front of the train, give him something to ponder as it gets closer. Should be fun.

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