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Originally posted by ladyj39
No one really believed they would make it last year, but they did. Granted, they didn't win,but they played their hearts out and will do it again this time. The Giants are an amazing 21-5 in games decided in the final at-bat. They make the key hits when they count.
Barry is one of the best to ever play the game, but he can't do it alone. This team plays well TOGETHER and everyone of them makes an outstanding contribution (even the reserves). Sure, as individuals, they might not seem like powerhouses or big name stars, but together, they have proven to be pretty much untouchable. They were only ever in second place in the NL West for less than a day.
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The difference between last year and this year is that Jeff Kent isn't there and that Benito Santiago isn't protecting Bonds AT ALL in the lineup. Alfonzo has been mediocre for most of the year, and they just don't have enough firepower - Bonds could very well be walked 70% of the time he gets to the plate in the playoffs.
It's great to have faith in your team - I have faith and hope that the Yankees will pull out another one. However, I also realize that in a short series, the Red Sox could out-muscle the Yanks and win it (and it pains me GREATLY to say that).
Should be a fun October if nothing else.
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