Marlon Byrd's dribbler down the third baseline in the bottom of the 9th wins the rubber match for the N.Y. Mets against the Miami Marlins yesterday at Citi Field. The Amazin's win their first two series to start a season for only the second time in the past 11 years.
When I think of the old Celtics vs. Lakers rivalries in the 80's two obvious names come to mind. Larry Bird, the ultimate competitor, the clutch player, but at times looking like he was moving in slow motion. Magic Johnson, the floor general of showtime, leading the fast break, at times making it look so easy out there. Two very different athletes, two very different styles of play, but both sharing
some distinct similarities. Their intelligence of the game, their ability to take what the defense gives them, their unselfish team first attitude and most importantly, their shear will to win the game, never giving up.
Early in these 2013 season the Mets seems to be making it a point to be extremely aggressive on the bases. The problem is a lot of the roster probably couldn't beat Larry Legend in a foot race. But so far, they seem to picking their spots wisely. Like Bird and Magic they're playing smart. Taking what the defense gives them. Playing team first baseball. And most importantly, never giving up till the game is over!
So does this team have some magic in them? Only time will tell, but with their second comeback win in a row, looks like they at least have some fight.
With a win yesterday the Mets improved to 4-2 and a begin a 10 game road trip tonight in Philadelphia. A must-see pitching duel tonight as Matt Harvey takes the mound for the Mets against Roy Halladay for the Phillies. First pitch at 7:10pm. Let's go Mets!
