So we’re in the “Dog Days” now and I’m looking for another All-Star Break, or at least 2 days in a row where I can catch up on some sleep. The last 6 weeks of any season are a bit more intense, especially when the team is still in a position to make a playoff push. We tend to bear down a bit more and, some – like my wife – would say, overanalyze as much information as we can process in an effort to take an extra base here, get a big out from the opponent’s 4-hitter there, or try to steal the other teams signs … anything to give us that extra edge. The rosters also expand on September 1st so we’ll have at least 5 additional bodies to evaluate and game plan for with every team we play from that point.
Due to this “6 week scramble” I tend to really enjoy the off-days at home even more so than earlier in the year. I had one yesterday and was able to just hang out with the girls and do normal stuff (grocery store, BBQ in the back yard, do a couple of chores, play with B, and go to bed before 2:30 am). It was awesome and I’m looking forward to my next one in a few weeks.
I know this is a short one but there’s work to be done … we start a series with the Padres tonight so, those of you in SD, look for me on TV (Channel 4 for those of you not in tune with baseball in your area).
On a side note – I can’t wait to not have to hear about Manny Ramirez …
August 19th, 2008 at 11:36 am
let’s hope that adam dunn does for the dbacks what manny is doing for the dodgers. at least dunn has a better haircut!
August 19th, 2008 at 7:39 pm
With Penney down and Mad Dog as replacement – Hey, I’m still got my $ on the DBacks!!!! And I’m hurrying with the dishes so I can catch a peek of you. Unfortunately, on our small TV you get cut off by the banner – but I’m always hopeful you will slouch in your seat so we can see you.
August 20th, 2008 at 11:44 am
Mom yelled at the TV last night. And it scared me. But apparently something happened during the game that made her either mad or so surprised she had to shout “OH!!!” I can handle this Manny Ramirez guy… I’ve got connections in the Inland Empire.
August 20th, 2008 at 11:25 pm
So that you know, we had an amazing shot of you (your crotch) the entire game
We must do something with the camera angle. Glad you did not embarrass me on National TV by making an untimely adjustment. 
It was an exciting finish…but a little gut wrenching in the later innings. Whewwww.
August 21st, 2008 at 6:00 pm
I ejoyedg etting to see you and halp you celebrate an early b’day.And as always I enjoyed being around B. Go d’backs!!!