fini Posted October 29, 2010 Share Posted October 29, 2010 The World Series, baby!! I think God is on the Giants' side this year, given these first two games. We Giants fans are not used to such luxuries as a 2-0 game lead in this best-of-seven. When your team is down, you keep going through the possible ways they can bounce back, because as long as they're still playing, there's a way to win (as improbable that might be). Baseball faith. Every true fan has it. But I'm finding when my team is out in front, I hesitate to consider "the possibilities." I don't want to jinx my team (I am certain my thoughts, and my thoughts only, affect the outcome of the game). But I'll take leading over trailing. It's like Christmas, your birthday, finding a c-note on the street and a Thorens in the dumpster all rolled into one. Am I dreaming?? Giants fans have been waiting a looooong time for this. I keep wishing my Mom, father-in-law and sister-in-law were still here to see this. They would have been overjoyed, and that would be good to see. Who knows, maybe they are watching. And pulling a few strings. And blowing at balls that are headed for the top of the center field fence... Talkin' Giants Baseball The Flying Scot He hit the shot The names McGraw and Melvin Ott Bill Terry and Christy Mathewson Carl Hubbel he was King Monte Irvin did his thing And in '58 the Golden Gate saw the Giants marchin' in I'm Talkin' Baseball Toothpick, Antonelli Giants baseball Davenport and Bailey McCormick, Harvey Kuenn, and Willie Mays A trio of Alou came here to play Talkin' Baseball The Giants by the Bay Cepeda and Stretch were back to back Rookies but I'll tell you Jack Sanford led the way in '62 Marichal kicking high Willie's cap would fly Nothing could match his basket catch the legend grew I'm Talkin' Baseball Pierce and Haller, Pillar Giants baseball McGann and Bonds and Miller Tito, Maddux, Mathews & Jim Ray And Gaylord's spittin' image had its day Talkin' Baseball The Giants by the Bay Talkin Baseball in San Francisco It's been a lot of years Pitchin', catchin', and hittin' pretty That's how the Giants won the city Spending summer seasons in the sun Playin' hit and run Yeah the Giants have tradition Position by position And baseball is a day game after all New names join the team To start another dream They'll give us the thrills with Barry and Hill So let's play ball I'm Talkin' Baseball There's Dunston and Bacardi Giants baseball Matt Williams home run party Carreon and Thompson sure can play There's Fernandez and Beck to save the day Talkin' Baseball The Giants by the Bay Talkin' Baseball The Giants by the Bay Talkin' Baseball Say Hey, Say Hey, Say Hey Giants baseball Baseball by the Bay Say Hey, Say Hey, Say Hey San Francisco Giants by the Bay Say Hey, Say Hey, Say Hey Talkin' Baseball, baseball, baseball Say Hey, Say Hey, Say Hey... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CECAA850 Posted October 29, 2010 Share Posted October 29, 2010 Um....no. I tried watching a little last night (it seemed un American not to) but just couldn't get interested. I don't have a horse in the race and it's kind of boring to me. (putting on flame retardant suit now). I hope your team does well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fini Posted October 29, 2010 Author Share Posted October 29, 2010 That's OK, no flaming. You're just not a baseball fan. I'm not a football fan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RT FAN Posted October 29, 2010 Share Posted October 29, 2010 Surprising results so far as the Giants have gotten past the Rangers starting pitching and done a lot of damage to their bullpen. Things will change up now that the series will head down to Texas. The Rangers bats have been too good throughout the post season to go quietly. Even though the Giants left NYC before I was born I am still rooting for them as my father in law was a member of the "Knothole Gang." Giants in Six. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacksonbart Posted October 29, 2010 Share Posted October 29, 2010 Yeah I am watching, but mostly with my eyes closed. The Giants are crushing em. They are playing very well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arky Posted October 29, 2010 Share Posted October 29, 2010 I want it to go 7. Going to have to use split screen Saturday cause of football. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldtimer Posted October 29, 2010 Share Posted October 29, 2010 I'm enjoying it fini. Even though the outcomes have been less than satisfactory so far, I'm still in awe that it's actually the rangers playing in the fall classic. giants fans don't know what true waiting really is... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigCliff Posted October 29, 2010 Share Posted October 29, 2010 I know what you are feeling, just like I felt in 2005 following my beloved White Sox. Enjoy it while you can next year comes too soon. The Giants are coming together and peaking at the perfect time. They look unbeatable at the present time. Good luck hope for you they continue their great play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fini Posted October 29, 2010 Author Share Posted October 29, 2010 Thank you for those replies. I had the esteemed forum member Clipped & Shorn over last night to watch the game (and listen to KNBR radio synced-up to the tv) over tacos. It was fun teaching him a bit about baseball. The game inspired some interesting (if slightly oddball) discussions. Love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerolW Posted October 29, 2010 Share Posted October 29, 2010 As a long time Giants fan, I remember watching games at Seals Stadium with my Mom, I'm overjoyed. I must control my thoughts as well. You're not the only one that feels that way. Go Giants. jerol p,s, My brother lives somewhere in Rohnert Park. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigStewMan Posted October 29, 2010 Share Posted October 29, 2010 YES, as a long time Giants fan, i'm watching it all very closely...and lovin it. Matt Cain is on a roll. My only complaint is that posey and burrell need to start using the bat instead of resting it on their shoulders. The very first year that i played organized ball, this "mean" coach tore us to pieces if we struck out looking. "if it was close enough to call, it was close enough to swing at." granted i know that there is more educated guessing involved in hitting (knowing what the pitcher is most likely to throw next); but, still (especially burrell) needs to step it up. Love freddie sanchez and am so happy to see him in the groove. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxx Posted October 29, 2010 Share Posted October 29, 2010 Yes... but so far it has been painful... Don't count the Ranger's out yet... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fini Posted October 29, 2010 Author Share Posted October 29, 2010 Yes... but so far it has been painful... Don't count the Ranger's out yet... Never would. You can't get to the World Series without being a really good team. Best in the league, really! You know, it's pretty cool that Bengie Molina gets a WS ring no matter which team wins (he started the year as a Giant). The World Series is a different series than the divisional or league contests. There, the losing team goes home. In the WS, when it's all over, both teams go home. It's a significant difference when you think about it. There's "no tomorrow" for either team (but tomorrow is a lot more pleasant for the winners...) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxx Posted October 29, 2010 Share Posted October 29, 2010 Yes... but so far it has been painful... Don't count the Ranger's out yet... Never would. You can't get to the World Series without being a really good team. Best in the league, really! You know, it's pretty cool that Bengie Molina gets a WS ring no matter which team wins (he started the year as a Giant). The World Series is a different series than the divisional or league contests. There, the losing team goes home. In the WS, when it's all over, both teams go home. It's a significant difference when you think about it. There's "no tomorrow" for either team (but tomorrow is a lot more pleasant for the winners...) Molina is pretty unique... I thought Joe Buck was pretty tough on him, during game one, when he keep remarking that "... he can't run." He said this several times. It may be true, but come'on... give him a break.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldtimer Posted October 29, 2010 Share Posted October 29, 2010 He hit for a cycle this year despite being a slow poke. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jorjen Posted October 30, 2010 Share Posted October 30, 2010 Watchin' and Lovin' it Gregg! Goin' to a Game 3 party in a couple hours. As you know, I am a diehard Niner fan. So, it should come as no suprise when I say thank God for the Giants. Hopefully Sanchez can redeem himself on the mound tonight. GOOOO GIANTS! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldtimer Posted October 30, 2010 Share Posted October 30, 2010 No redemption. and Go Raiders! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxx Posted October 30, 2010 Share Posted October 30, 2010 Welcome to Texas... Giants... More tomorrow.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigStewMan Posted October 30, 2010 Share Posted October 30, 2010 today's game sucked. not quite as much as this asthma attack that has been going on since tuesday night. back on the prednisone. sanchez has definitely cooled off--hopefully bumgarner will do better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fini Posted October 31, 2010 Author Share Posted October 31, 2010 Welcome to Texas... Giants... More tomorrow.... Hey, we were just being neighborly and polite to our hosts. Hehe...tomorrow... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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