How Predictable
On the heels of a recent winning streak, the Astros had a chance (albeit slim) to re-enter the playoff hunt with a good showing vs. the Brewers this weekend. With a sweep they would have been 5 1/2 games out of first with just shy of 2 months left to go. So what did they do?
They took the Brewers to extra innings Friday night before faltering in the 11th. Then on Saturday they let a 9th inning lead evaporate, courtesy of Brad Lidge, and again let a victory slip from their clutches. Just think where we'd be if we had a solid bullpen.
So with the season over, here's a suggestion. Fire Phil Garner after the year and start over. He doesn't want to be here (if we're not contending-and let's face it we're not) and with the likely influx of young players we need a fresh start and attitude. No knock on Phil but it's best for both sides.
They took the Brewers to extra innings Friday night before faltering in the 11th. Then on Saturday they let a 9th inning lead evaporate, courtesy of Brad Lidge, and again let a victory slip from their clutches. Just think where we'd be if we had a solid bullpen.
So with the season over, here's a suggestion. Fire Phil Garner after the year and start over. He doesn't want to be here (if we're not contending-and let's face it we're not) and with the likely influx of young players we need a fresh start and attitude. No knock on Phil but it's best for both sides.
posted by christopher at 8:35 AM
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