Sunday, October 02, 2005 |
95-67: Angels 7, Rangers 4
For Texas, the series sweep underscores a badly disappointing season. After finishing 89-73 last year and being eliminated only in the last week of play, the Rangers ended their 2005 with a 79-83 record, two games under .500, starting out June tied for the division lead but quickly falling six and a half games back by July 1, and never really catching up once Oakland made their move in July. Without knowing too much about the Rangers, it seems to me that multiple incidents involving Texas ace Kenny Rogers that ultimately derailed his season and soured his relationship with the club just emphasized this team's pitching troubles. The Rangers' weak finish have led to media speculation that John Hart will be released from his duties as general manager (hat tip: Lone Star Ball), with further guessing that retired Astros GM Gerry Hunsicker may come in to do the job.
The Red Sox, currently enjoying a 10-1 lead at Fenway, have already clinched the AL Wild Card thanks to a 3-1 victory by the Chisox, who finish their season 99-63, the best record in the AL. Cleveland, despite their recent losses down the stretch, has absolutely nothing to cry about. They pushed their bid to the very last game of the season. That's honorable, and better than a whole mess of other clubs.
Time to start thinking about spankin' the Yanks. At home. Heh.
Update: the Rev reminds me that Chone Figgins will win the major league stolen base title with 62, and Frankie, despite his numerous blown saves, will lead the league with 45 saves total. Congratulations, guys.
Update 2: The Angels' 21-9 record also marks the best September/October in franchise history. The top five:
Year Record ============= 1999 19-12 2002 18-9 1976 18-12 1967 18-12 1972 18-13 1982 18-13
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