OK - the last time I wrote about the Tigers was when they got beat by the Yankees in the first game of the playoffs.  I wrote something like, C’mon Tigers - you can do it!  Beat those Yankees.  And lo an behold, they did and didn’t lose another game til they got to the series.  And we did guarentee a World Series victory way back in July.

Unfortunatly, as you may know, they lost the opening game last night to the Cards.  I promised myself I wouldn’t mention them again in this blog unless they lost - the reason being that it might bring bad luck.  Kind of like not talking to a pitcher or mentioning anything if he’s got a no-hitter going.  But, sensing they need another rally cry, here it is.  I am guessing that by doing this, I can somehow contribute to their World Series Victory, dutifully carrying out this task early Sunday morning following this seemingly impossible loss to the Cardinals last night. 

I am also going to drink a beer out of my blue Tigers glass tonight when the game is on, which should also contribute to a win.  During game 4 of ALCS, the Tigers were down and I got out the blue glass, remembering that I hadn’t drank out of it, and sure enough, they tie it up and then, of course, Maggs hits it out to win it - watch the video here:  www.myspace.com/cousinsvinyl.

Last night, my blue glass was dirty, and I thought about washing it, but instead I opted for the clean clear Tigers glass that was in the freezer, nice and frosted.  I thought, c’mon Geoff, you really think that this is going to make a difference?  You’re going to actually take time to wash the blue Tigers glass, then drink out of it when you can just use the clear Tigers one that’s already clean and frosted?   

Well, I learned my lesson last night.  The Tigers are depending on me, and I must do my part.  You better believe that the lucky blue glass is in the freezer right now, just waiting for me later tonight.  And I’ll be tipping that same glass in celebration when the Tigers bring home the championship! 

So, I urge all of you faithful readers out there (both of you), to do your part tonight as the Tigs square up with the Cards for a critical, almost must-win, Game 2.

C’mon now, let’s go!  EAT ‘EM UP TIGERS, EAT ‘EM UP!