Not Too Shabby

Last night was an interesting game to watch for a few reasons. The Mets seem to have addressed most of their shortcomings in one game.

Not scoring early runs? Notched one in the first (despite Davey's rally-killer dp).

Giving up after losing said lead? Not last night. Rally enforced.

Giving the opposing defense a break by not punishing them for their mistakes? No breaks here--the Phills paid for their errors.

Lame offense with ducks on the pond? Again, last night they came through.

Terrified when the bullpen gets the call? Solid, if not spectacular.

Now don't get me wrong--I'm not saying that they're gonna go on a tear and win the Series but they did pretty much everything right last night (especially after doing something wrong...). They took an early lead, not by being solid but by taking advantage of miscues. Maine was outstanding, with the exception of one pitch to Howard (how he can can throw 103 pitches in 5 2/3 and only give up one hit and two walks still confounds me--never seen so many foul balls). After giving up the lead, the immediately came back. And best of all, they didn't seem to be content with just getting a one-run lead back--they stepped on the Phills collective throats and choked the life outta them.

This game was a morale-crusher for Philly. They looked helpless in the late innings and clearly wanted to just go home (for which the weather was also a factor, I'm sure). We've seen this from our own squad waaaay too many times this season so it's easy to recognize.

It'll be interesting to see how both teams respond today. The early start after a late finish could be a big factor--will the Phills have a chance to clear their heads? Will the Mets carry momentum for once? Can Ollie beat down anyone other than the Yanks?

I know one thing--I'll be watching the CW at 1p to find out (or tuned in to the FAN if I've gotta go out--but you get the point...).

Let's turn this ship around!!!