1979

This is the 39th  World Series in my lifetime! Just missed out on the Brewers joining the party, but seven errors in two games won't get you there. With the baby on the way it's a good thing I didn't have to deal with the temptation of flying to Milwaukee. The first Fall Classic I remember vividly was the 1979 edition. The once-proud Pittsburgh and Baltimore franchises played a classic and I spent weeks imitating Kent Tekulve's side arm delivery. I bought the "Pops" Pirate hat Cyrus is wearing just outside of Wrigley in 2000. I'll be rooting for the Rangers over the Cards and think they should take it within five. However, this is baseball so it's probable the Cards have one more magical Series in them. Cyrus was excitedly painting when I got home today. He was then singing and dancing to his new Yo Gabba Gabba Volume 3 CD.

Who would've thought that when St. Louis lost Adam Wainwright and the Rangers lost out on Cliff Lee that these two teams would square off in the 2011 World Series? Cliff Lee's 4-0 blown lead vs. Cards was the pivotal game that kept Cards alive.

Larussa makes it to his 6th Series, here's hoping he gets swept again. At his side is Mark Mcgwire, who I Hope doesn't win a title. Just heard that the all-time leaders for manager-player homers is Big Mac-Larussa first, Ruth & Huggins 2nd, and Pujols-Larussa third.

For the second year in a row a player will win a ring regardless of who takes the trophy. Bengie Molina played for Giants and Texas last year. While, Cards Arthur Rhodes played with Texas earlier.

While the Rangers celebrated on the field with their families and ginger ale, the Red Sox fried chicken and beer saga continues. What a debacle that has turned into.

Dirk Nowitzi will not be allowed to throw out first pitch. It has some foolishness to do with NBA lockout. Get a clue owners!