July 20: Tom Watson and Summer Baseball

So I expected Tom Watson to have four or five holes that derailed his run. I just didn't expect it to be 18 and the four playoff holes to follow. It was sad watching it on TV because everyone there except for Mrs. Cink was rooting for Watson, and he caved in like no other. What is it about the British Open that destroys people? Van de Velde and Mickelson have both felt the heartache that Watson will no doubt feel for the near future. While he had 5 Open wins already, this is one that got away.

Also, is anyone else tiring of baseball? I always say it won't be me, but it happens. They call it the dog days of summer for a reason. Teams are close enough that you are still in contention, but so much baseball is to be played that it is hard to get into every game. I have been watching the Astros, streaking as of late, and they look like they might make a miracle run again this season. Drayton has to understand how much better this team might be with another arm in the rotation. Perhaps he will see the light and trade Tejada before the break. Because, facing the facts, even if this team makes a run, they have much less firepower than Milwauke and Chicago and maybe even St. Louis. Food for thought...

Finally, it is getting close to football season, both NFL and college. Nothing is better than a full Saturday slate of college games followed by a full Sunday. I can't wait.