Defending the Title

Monday November 1st, 2010, A day I never thought I would see in my life. As many of you know the only thing I have wanted more than anything was to finally see that day when my beloved Giants would get to have that oh so awesome celebration in the middle of the infield, celebrating the unthinkable. Well that day finally happen. There are certain situation in life that you play in your mind 1000 times and it still doesn't come close to the real thing when it finally happens. That day was one of them. Today we start the long mission back to defending that title and repeating as world champions. Yesterday I was constantly was checking my Twitter to see if Brandon Belt, the Giants prized prospect was going to make the team. Not only did he make the team, he is going to be the starting first basemen today. With the addition of Belt comes the loss of Travis Ishikawa. I was a big fan of his coming up through the ranks, but it was time for him to go. Better him than Nate Schierholtz. We could not afford to lose that arm in right field. So today we face those hated bums in LA. Big Time Timmy Jim looks to continue his dominance of those Bums.  Pablo Sandoval AKA Panda has lost 38 LBS since last season and has had what seems to be a change in approach at the plate this spring. Taking pitches, shortening his swing and going up the middle with 2 strikes. If Panda can return to 2009 form the Giants are going to walk away with the West. Here is how I see the west shaking down this year.

SF
Col
SD
LA
Ari

My bets today are
LAA -1.5 +120
NYY -145
ATL -138

I hope everyone was a great day and enjoy some baseball!

Day Sixteen - Game Time Ready

Well here we go again. DJ Gay hits a runner with 4 seconds left to give SDSU a shot at redemption as they will play BYU at 4 tonight. BYU has put the only 2 blemishes on SDSU record this season and want this MWC title. I feel a victory should move SDSU to the Anaheim region. To win tonight DJ Gay HAS to show up. He has played poorly the last 2 games against BYU. The Show has traveled to Vegas and I feel more of them are driving as I type. They most certainly will be excited and I'm sure they will be relentless on Brandon Davies sitting on the  bench. Should be an exciting game. I don't see BYU shooting 58% from 3 point land again this week. Jimmer isn't going off for 50, like he did last night. Tonight is the night the Aztecs will get it done.

On Thursday night I went to Toronado for a Brest cancer benefit where they had 3 new port beers that were pink. I had the belgium named "Motorboat" and a double IPA called "Hakuna ma Ta-Ta's. The double IPA was very hoppy and I hope they continue to brew that beer because it was tasty. After that we went to Casbah to see the Fling Writer. The Fling is a very energetic rock band from Long Beach. They had a lot of people migrating to the stage that were outside talking because they were killing it. after Writer came on stage. It was one of the best local shows I have seen so far this year. Just a guitar player and a drummer, Writer gives off the sound that there are 4 of them on stage. High energy throughout the room and on stage. After the show my neighbor cooked up some steak that were absolutely amazing.

Today plays are
NC -5.5
Florida -3
SDSU -1

Day Fifteen

Another Chupacabra loss last night. We beat ourselves last night. Oh well back at it next week.

Had the new Dogfish Head release yesterday. Aprihop is a mix between an apricot ale and 60 minute IPA. It was very tasty with a great apricot finish. I had it at K n B Wine Cellars in Del Cerro. An absolutely amazing beer selection on tap and in bottle to take home. Friendly patrons all wanting to talk beer. Check it out and you will not be disappointed.

MWC tourney starts today. SDSU will take on the Utes of  Utah. SDSU shouldn't have a problem tonight and will be looking at a game tomorrow night vs UNLV on their home court. Another big game tonight in the NBA is the Heat vs Lakers. The Heat are on a 5 game losing streak and still have not beat a good team other than the Lakers this season. This would be a big confidence booster for the Heat if they can win this game tonight. I am going to take

Miami  +2
SDSU over 126
Syracuse +1.5

Tonight I am going to see The Fling, Chairs Missing and Writer at the Casbah. Going to be a great show. If you don't have anything to do, I suggest going out and watching a great show.

Day Fourteen

Great day yesterday relaxing. Went to Obriens finally. Was not to impressed with the beer selection. nothing really stood out to me. I will continue to go to the beagle, Hamiltons and Tornado before that place. I did however really like the beer cheese burger made with russian river IPA beer cheese.

After lunch we went and saw Hall Pass. Absolutely hilarious. very over the top crude humor which is what I love. I recommend you see this movie soon.

Busy week this week with work softball and the mountain west tourney. Also going to go see Writer and Tape Deck Mountain on Thursday at the Casbah. If you are in SD I would not want to miss this show.

Today's plays are
Dallas -6.5
Orl -1.5

Nyk -6.5

Day Thirteen - Winning!

All we did yesterday was Win. SDSU finished the season as co-champions of the MWC. defeating Colorado state 48-66. It was fun watching the students rush the court and celebrate with their team. That is what they are the students team. Now the real season starts. the MWC tournament this weekend and then the big dance in 2 weeks.

The Clovis Cougars won the state championship and did it in some record setting fashion. Placing 9 kids including the first ever Freshman heavyweight champion. They beat a very good Bakersfield program 186-177. Both teams will be loaded and ready to battle for the title again next year. I am very proud of all them, especially Jason Ladd, Zach Nevills and Nick Nevills.

Todays plays are
Chi +5
Dallas -6.5
SA -2.5

Day Twelve

So busy yesterday didn't get a chance to make a post. Chupacabras had their 2nd game yesterday and reality set back in with a 16-6 loss. I went 1-2 with a sacrifice and an RBI. Spent the rest of the night at home watching all the Charlie Sheen Madness. I love this madness that is Charlie Sheen. This dude is not only nuts but he is real. He is telling the truth of the delusional thoughts he has.

So yesterday BYU starting forward Brandon Davies was excused from the team for having sex with his girlfriend. A lot of people are outraged at this and think it is unfair. He got what he deserved. When you decide to attend a religious university and you sign an honor code saying you will not have sex,drink,smoke,drink coffee or tea, you have made the decisions to give up those rights. I'm willing to bet that he had scholarship offers from other schools. BYU played last night for the against New Mexico and got crushed. Today my plays are


St. Johns -2
Wisconsin -6


Tonight is going to be an amazing night at the Casbah. The Silent Comedy, my favorite live show in San Diego, is returning home from tour for a night to bring the house down. For anyone that has never seen them live I suggest you make plans to see them next time they come back. They are sold out tonight. If you are in Fresno they will be playing at Fulton 55 next week. Full review of the show tomorrow,

Album of the day is Fistful of Mercy - As I Call You Down. Fistful of mercy is Dhani Harrison, son of great Beatle George Harrison, Ben Harper and Joseph Author

Day Eleven

Ok so all over sports talk radio yesterday they were talking about "The Show" being a distraction on Saturday during the BYU game. Here is my take on it. "The Show" is one of the most dedicated and craziest student sections in college basketball. They get loud from start to finish, all but into their parts with signs, heads, chants ect. The problem I feel is not "The Show", the problem is the lack of experience not only did the team have on Saturday but "The Show" had at big national televised games as well. The other problem is the lack of big time games at home for SDSU. They had big games this year, @ Gonzaga, @ Cal. But both were on the road. The TV time outs on national TV also killed the momentum they were building. "The Show" has set a standard for the student section at SDSU. Now here is the question. Next year when SDSU isn't as good as this season, will it keep up? Can they keep the creativity and craziness through next season during a down season to keep the players and city hopeful and ready for the 2012-13 season when SDSU will be a top 25 team again. The Seniors have started a legacy, that has gained national attention. Can the underclass keep it up? Will the A.D make a big push to bring in big teams for a non-conference schedule that will prepare the team and fans for big conference games. The other half of this problem falls on the MWC. The Big East, ACC, Big 10, Big 12 and to an extent the SEC are  meat grinders every year. BYU is leaving next year and so they creates a void in challenging teams for SDSU to play. UNLV is decent every year. They are gaining Fresno St and Boise St. The Fresno St. effect really intrigues me. They can create that rivalry that was there when SDSU was in the WAC. SDSU needs to come out strong vs Wyoming tonight and let's hope there is no hangover from the loss on Saturday.

The Brandon Belt show started yesterday with his first start of the season and he didn't disappoint. Going 3-5 with 2 doubles, 4 RBI. Travis Ishikawa got the start yesterday in LF. I feel that they are trying to showcase him for a trade because if Belt makes the roster and since DeRosa is showing he is healthy from his surgery last year. Today the Giants play the cubs and we get to see the return of red hot Freddy Sanchez. Sanchez was a catalyst on the Giants winning the World Series last year.

Went to Sessions Public again in Point Loma for dinner last night. Had the Bratwurst and it was very good. Deal on mondays 1 for $4 or 2 for $7. They come with Duck Fat Fries. To go with my brat I had an Allagash Dubbel. Allagash's double IPA. Very hoppy, one of the better double IPA I have had in a while that wasn't Pliny the Elder.

Went 3-0 last night and hope to keep the winning streak going today. We are looking at a bounce back from the Aztecs and taking them -12.5. Also going with the Dallas Mavs -1.5 on the road vs philly. I also like Ohio St -6.5 tonight. Last time the Buckeyes played as the number 1 team in the nation they lost their first game out. Now having been there and dealing with the spotlight, I think they come out with confidence and want to prove they belong there.

SDSU -12.5
Dallas -1.5
Ohio St. -6.5

Album of the day is Kanye West -  My Beautiful Dark Fantasy