Nov 01 2008
Digesting The World Series
The rains that fell on the World Series this week dampened whatever little interest the nation had remaining for the Rays-Phillies showdown, and ensured that when Philly was finally crowned on Wednesday night, the fans would have had almost 2 full days to contemplate the likelihood of their being crowned World Series Champions. I thought that would mean we’d be skipping the ceremonial riot, and save a few trash fires and car flippings. I obviously wasn’t thinking clearly.
The World Series, like most of the postseason aside from the Tampa-Boston series, lacked much drama. The Rays were the popular pick going in, but the handicappers overlooked several obvious Philadelphia edges which were quickly displayed once the games got underway.
But Tampa Bay’s window is not closed, as they have almost all their significant players under contract through at least next season, excepting BJ Upton. If they can make a few smart small moves, and lock up Upton, they could cement themselves as an affordably built contender for the next few seasons.
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I will have to say that I was expecting a lot more from the World Series. I mean the way it was shaping up wasn’t how it played out.
I agree though that Tampa Bay will be set for the next couple years. I actually think they will be better considering they made it to the World Series and now can use that experience to better prepare next time(If there is one).
I just hope that what happened to the Rockies won’t happen to the Rays.