Game One.....
Well, three factors go into my play tonight. One.....the weather. It's chilly, and breezy. I think this only gives pitching that much more of an advantage. With a stud like Carpenter going (Sore elbow or not)....I give the advantage to the pitching. Secondly, game one will be a feel out process for both teams. I know that they both hit well....but since these two teams don't see each other during the regular season because they are in opposite leagues.....again, advantage, pitching. Finally, nerves. Both of these teams will have nerves. Texas will have the nerves from pressure to perform....having made it to the World Series 2 years running. A good performance is expected from them. And the Cards should just be happy to be there. LaRussa won't have them playing that way, of course. But I still think that the Cards will also come out a bit tight. All these things make me believe that game one goes under. So that's my play tonight.....
Well, three factors go into my play tonight. One.....the weather. It's chilly, and breezy. I think this only gives pitching that much more of an advantage. With a stud like Carpenter going (Sore elbow or not)....I give the advantage to the pitching. Secondly, game one will be a feel out process for both teams. I know that they both hit well....but since these two teams don't see each other during the regular season because they are in opposite leagues.....again, advantage, pitching. Finally, nerves. Both of these teams will have nerves. Texas will have the nerves from pressure to perform....having made it to the World Series 2 years running. A good performance is expected from them. And the Cards should just be happy to be there. LaRussa won't have them playing that way, of course. But I still think that the Cards will also come out a bit tight. All these things make me believe that game one goes under. So that's my play tonight.....
World Series Game 1:
Rangers-Cardinals under 7.5

