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Post by caer on Oct 1, 2024 14:44:12 GMT -6
Anyone else watching this year? Who are we rooting for?
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Post by caer on Oct 1, 2024 14:47:15 GMT -6
Obviously I’m cheering for my Phillies. They looked iffy for the second half of the season so I’m not going to be surprised if they get taken out by a “hot” team early on.
In the AL, I’m rooting for the Orioles. I went to a game a few weeks ago and loved their stadium and their vibe. I also wouldn’t mind seeing Detroit do well.
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Post by abs on Oct 1, 2024 14:53:09 GMT -6
Go Stros!!
But yeah Skubal showed why he will win the Cy Young today. Not looking great for us.
Honestly this year just enjoying the ride. 8 years in a row of October baseball is pretty special. Whatever happens happens.
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Post by abs on Oct 1, 2024 14:56:25 GMT -6
In the NL I feel like it’s the Padres year. Not sure about the AL. Weaker of the two leagues this year. Yankees or Tigers maybe? Would prefer Tigers over Yankees.
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Post by caer on Oct 1, 2024 14:58:03 GMT -6
In the NL I feel like it’s the Padres year. Not sure about the AL. Weaker of the two leagues this year. Yankees or Tigers maybe? Would prefer Tigers over Yankees. Padres look good. The Mets are a hot team right now, too. I wouldn’t be surprised to see either one go far. |
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Post by abs on Oct 1, 2024 15:03:12 GMT -6
In the NL I feel like it’s the Padres year. Not sure about the AL. Weaker of the two leagues this year. Yankees or Tigers maybe? Would prefer Tigers over Yankees. Padres look good. The Mets are a hot team right now, too. I wouldn’t be surprised to see either one go far. Same. That game yesterday was absurd!! Just no Subway series part 2 again please. |
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Post by beepers on Oct 1, 2024 15:03:25 GMT -6
I’m pleasantly surprised to be watching both ATL and DET. Not sure how long that will last but I’m happy for now 😁
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Post by caer on Oct 1, 2024 15:05:19 GMT -6
Padres look good. The Mets are a hot team right now, too. I wouldn’t be surprised to see either one go far. Same. That game yesterday was absurd!! Just no Subway series part 2 again please. That or an LA/NYY series. No thank you. |
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Post by caer on Oct 1, 2024 15:06:58 GMT -6
Padres look good. The Mets are a hot team right now, too. I wouldn’t be surprised to see either one go far. Same. That game yesterday was absurd!! Just no Subway series part 2 again please. Also, the first game yesterday was bananas. One of the best games ever. But I was annoyed by the second game. It was obvious the Mets didn’t want to win because who wants to fly to CA and play the Padres. I get it but still! |
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Post by skategirl128 on Oct 1, 2024 15:14:31 GMT -6
Go Guardians! We love October baseball over here!
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Post by caer on Oct 1, 2024 15:26:28 GMT -6
This Houston/Detroit game got a lot more exciting
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Post by abs on Oct 1, 2024 15:37:51 GMT -6
Welp. They tried at the end. Oh well. On to tomorrow.
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Post by thechickencoop on Oct 1, 2024 16:01:29 GMT -6
I'm riding my O's wave!!!!!!
Two years in a row in the post season??!!!
I forget how long they said its been but......a while. Lol.
SO is from KC so we've been enjoying the NFL and now mlb rivalry 🤣😁
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Post by thechickencoop on Oct 1, 2024 16:14:07 GMT -6
I'm riding my O's wave!!!!!! Two years in a row in the post season??!!! I forget how long they said its been but......a while. Lol. SO is from KC so we've been enjoying the NFL and now mlb rivalry 🤣😁 Quoting myself to say 1997!! That was our last back to back post season appearance. My children are less than enthused that I'm subjecting them to the game instead of whatever youtube bs they want to put on the tv. |
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Post by laurie on Oct 1, 2024 20:07:00 GMT -6
Welp, my Sox are out so I’m rooting for my boy Mookie and the Dodgers!
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Post by gymngemini on Oct 1, 2024 21:35:07 GMT -6
Go Guardians! We love October baseball over here! Yes!! Go Guards! I'm so hyped for this post season. I love this team. |
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Post by mrsnorris on Oct 1, 2024 21:54:44 GMT -6
Padres fan checking in! I became a fan during the last playoff run in 2022 so it’s been a wild two years. Not sure who I’d want them to face from the AL (maybe the Royals?) but also not confident about making it past the Mets or Phillies. Just happy to be along for the ride. Game 1 was a fun one!
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Post by peachtree on Oct 2, 2024 9:23:11 GMT -6
As a Cubs fan I am just crying in the corner.
As a baseball fan I think the run the Tigers are making could be fun to watch as well as the Royals (it might be fun to see Will Smith make it to 4 world series in a row with different teams). Mostly I will just watch for the love of playoff baseball.
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Post by peachtree on Oct 2, 2024 9:24:16 GMT -6
I'm riding my O's wave!!!!!! Two years in a row in the post season??!!! I forget how long they said its been but......a while. Lol. SO is from KC so we've been enjoying the NFL and now mlb rivalry 🤣😁 Quoting myself to say 1997!! That was our last back to back post season appearance. My children are less than enthused that I'm subjecting them to the game instead of whatever youtube bs they want to put on the tv. My 11 year old has been digging on the O's this year. I think since the vibe of the team is young and fun but we allow it since they are an AL team |
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Post by bobyn on Oct 2, 2024 9:32:43 GMT -6
Anyone but the Astros!!
DH is rooting for the Phillies this year.
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Post by abs on Oct 2, 2024 10:01:36 GMT -6
As a Cubs fan I am just crying in the corner. As a baseball fan I think the run the Tigers are making could be fun to watch as well as the Royals (it might be fun to see Will Smith make it to 4 world series in a row with different teams). Mostly I will just watch for the love of playoff baseball. I said this last year! Want to win the World Series? Just sign Will Smith! He doesn’t even have to be on the roster. Just has to be there. It’s kind of hilarious really. |
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Post by peachtree on Oct 2, 2024 10:02:29 GMT -6
As a Cubs fan I am just crying in the corner. As a baseball fan I think the run the Tigers are making could be fun to watch as well as the Royals (it might be fun to see Will Smith make it to 4 world series in a row with different teams). Mostly I will just watch for the love of playoff baseball. I said this last year! Want to win the World Series? Just sign Will Smith! He doesn’t even have to be on the roster. Just has to be there. It’s kind of hilarious really. It's one of those random stories that makes baseball fun. |
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Post by gimmeaQ on Oct 2, 2024 10:36:56 GMT -6
Ready for Red October here!
hate that the stupid Mets are hot at the right time. Hate.
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Post by Pizzaslut on Oct 2, 2024 10:49:58 GMT -6
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Post by Bookshelves on Oct 2, 2024 10:50:54 GMT -6
I’m die-hard Cubs (sad trombone) but pledging my allegiance to my longshot, backup/AL team in the wild card race, the Tigers.
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Post by Bookshelves on Oct 2, 2024 10:51:31 GMT -6
My grandpa was a huge Tigers fan, so I’m always on their side.
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Post by Pizzaslut on Oct 2, 2024 10:51:46 GMT -6
This is one of my favorite teams. It definitely rivals the 2016/2017 Cleveland teams. I'm glad we got a first round buy.
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Post by DGM on Oct 2, 2024 12:12:13 GMT -6
Same. That game yesterday was absurd!! Just no Subway series part 2 again please. Also, the first game yesterday was bananas. One of the best games ever. But I was annoyed by the second game. It was obvious the Mets didn’t want to win because who wants to fly to CA and play the Padres. I get it but still! Bandwagon Padres fan/born and bred San Diegan here. I live in Giants and (former) A's land now though. I'm not trying to be snarky but wondering what you mean by Mets not wanting to fly to CA? Is it too far for fans to come watch or the time change for the players? |
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Post by caer on Oct 2, 2024 12:22:23 GMT -6
Also, the first game yesterday was bananas. One of the best games ever. But I was annoyed by the second game. It was obvious the Mets didn’t want to win because who wants to fly to CA and play the Padres. I get it but still! Bandwagon Padres fan/born and bred San Diegan here. I live in Giants and (former) A's land now though. I'm not trying to be snarky but wondering what you mean by Mets not wanting to fly to CA? Is it too far for fans to come watch or the time change for the players? So the games on Monday were a doubleheader, with the second game being played beginning at almost 5. The winner of that game (just based on how it worked out with teams winning/losing Sunday and Monday) would have to fly across the country and play a playoff game about 24 hours later, which is a lot - especially given it was a double header. Usually they have a day off in between cross country travel and a game. Also, given the choice, I’d rather see the Brewers any day of the week than the Padres and I’m guessing the Mets felt the same lol. So I’m like 99% certain the Mets didn’t try to win that game because they would end up with a better schedule and opponent. |
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Post by abs on Oct 2, 2024 14:27:11 GMT -6
Well I guess we are never scoring again. Geez.
If this is it I’m most sad about the possibility of never seeing Verlander or Bregman in an Astro’s uniform again. JV has had a rough year but it’s been a privilege to watch him. Bregman, too. Flags fly forever though and grateful for the memories.
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