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Are you still confused about this year's World Series and the opponents in this classic? No need to be confused about why the Mets and Royals are in the Series and not some other clubs. I was recently asked by a Cubs fan in a local gym, "Why do we never get a chance to experience the next step?" We proceeded to diagnose the ailment of the club and talked about things like youth and in-experience. We chatted about there being something good about dumb youth, but at some point there needs to be some direction to put them over the top. The real reason why they didn't advance is much more simple. Going back to the NLDS, the Cubs faced a much more experienced and talented team in the Cardinals. They were able to get past them for a couple of reasons, only one of which is relevant here. The Cardinals offense managed to make Jake Arrieta (#49 and starting pitcher for the Cubs) look human and almost Steve Blass - like. At one point in the game, Jake couldn't find the strike zone at all and it seemed as if things weren't going to get any better, just like the 1972 season for Blass. The problem with this is that the Cubs didn't have any other pitcher who was ready for the next level. The thing that got them past the Cardinals is their offense, which made the Cards look feeble and weak. This is exactly what they were at this point in the season. They were worn out and injured. Pitching is the key to success. With it, your team will go far and without it, you'll wonder if the commissioner paid your team to blow it. It's as simple as that. Pitching got the Mets and Royals to the Fall Classic and the winner will show that they have the best staff. You want a great team? Go get the best young and talented pitching staff. It can happen for any team, no matter what their history tells us. Do you still need a new place to catch the Series? Check out the guide below and the listings under it. Hopefully this can bring a smile to your face, no matter how your month has gone so far.

301 N Beauregard St #914, Alexandria 22312

$239,000

943 sqft

On Site: 0 Days

Listing courtesy of Promax Management, Inc.

3,879 sqft

On Site: 2 Days

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty

4,225 sqft

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty

2,800 sqft

On Site: 5 Days

Listing courtesy of Washington Fine Properties, LLC

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Is your team eliminated from the MLB playoffs? Did your team fail to make the playoffs? If you answered yes to either one of these questions, please keep reading. I am a supporter of a team no longer in the quest for another championship, because they have been eliminated from contention. This will not end the season, for me. I love baseball and I love the ups and downs of not only the regular season, but the playoffs as well. To watch my team go down was not fun and it never is either. I have, however, come to some realizations over the years supporting my team, the Cardinals and I will share some with you now. First of all, it's almost acceptable to not continue on to the World Series every year and it's also okay to not get upset because of being eliminated. How can I say this so calmly, even though I have a crazy passion for my team? The answer is simple, but a bit complex for some people to accept. I've had this talk with young and old people alike from different cities, states and countries. I've even had the talk in different countries with sports fans and it seems there are people all over the fence on this subject. I love my team. More than that, I love the game of baseball. The game continues on and will do so, with or without my input and participation. Since this is the case, I would much rather be involved and take sides all the way to the end of the last game of the World Series. Only one team will win, no matter what happens during the season, this will not change. The odds of winning it all are very slim. Accepting this makes it easier for me to deal with being ousted from contention. My support, as of today, is with one team that is from a city that I love and I loved visiting. This team is actually in the league that I prefer and they are playing a team that I don't particularly support, because they are from the same division as my favorite team. I am supporting the New York Mets and I hope they go all the way. It's been a number of years since they hoisted that beautiful trophy and I hope they enjoy the feeling again. In 1969 they were called the Amazing Mets (or 'Mazings if you prefer). The fans of the team are getting enthralled once again, expecting big things. No matter who I pull for, when watching or listening to the games on the MLB app, at least I still have the fun stress of the games to feel and I love it. This time of year has many sports in their regular seasons, but for me, baseball is still here - for a bit longer.

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