It's Official

[SCUDSBROTHER]

Maddux trade is the best trade made in Dodger History. Why? Simply because his good execution is so valuable,and such a lift for a team.For a 40 year old guy,he is an amazing athlete(instincts are so good.)

"...The 40-year-old right-hander also drove in two runs with a single and a suicide squeeze, and started double plays in the second and fourth after fielding grounders. Maddux has won 15 Gold Gloves in his career...."

He also teamed up with Nomar on a very tough play in the 7th as well.

http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/recap?gameId=260830119

[Gander]

I agree and I hope they go all the way this year. I guess the "favored" matchup in terms of both likelihood to happen and what would get the best ratings is the Dodgers and Yankees. I wouldnt mind seeing it.

Originally Posted by Gander

I agree and I hope they go all the way this year. I guess the "favored" matchup in terms of both likelihood to happen and what would get the best ratings is the Dodgers and Yankees. I wouldnt mind seeing it.

I think the same thing Tim. The Dodgers are much better put together for playoff baseball than the Mest are with Pedro's and Galvine's recent physical woes I have to wonder about the Mets's staff when its playoff time. I think the Dodgers are playing the best ball.
Yankees would definitely not advance past the first round if they played doubleheaders in the playoffs. Mariano wasnt available in the 2nd game last night because he pitched in the afternoon, otherwise they sweep the Tigers. Despite that they had the Tigers on the ropes in game two and shut em out in the first game. Since the wins/losses no longer matter to the Yanks, it was nice to see em still playing that well with what must be a lack of focus. They were up against it for so long, and then in a cutthroat battle, that to open up 8 games in 13 days was just incredible. Matsui has been cleared to take live batting practice(hes been soft tossing and hitting off the tee) and Sheffield is days away from taking soft tosses and tee practice. Looks like both will be wearing pinstripes at playoff time.

[SCUDSBROTHER]

The Dodgers play poorly against the Cards.That is who I think they will get if they win the division.Better to take the Wildcard and face the Mets.Atleast,if they lose that series,it would be warranted.