Mazel Tov to the Shapiros of Walnut Creek, CA

A hearty Mazel Tov to my nephew Justin Shapiro and his wife Rachel on the birth of their daughter Paige Harper.  She joins her brothers Ethan and Teddy seen above.  They will have their hands full with three kids, but the more the merrier.

Justin was born in Bergen County, NJ,, and went to school at Duke University.  He relocated to northern California some years back and lives close to his twin brother Scott and their sister Faith.

 

Can the Mets Go All the Way in 2024?

 

Anything can happen in a short series.  The Phillies were six games ahead of the Mets in the regular season, but they just beat them 3 games to 1 in the Division Series.  Francisco Lindor was the hero in last night's game with a grand slam homer.  In the NLCS the Mets will play either the Dodgers or Padres who are now tied at two games each in their Division Series.

In 2022 the Padres beat the Mets 2-1 in the Wild Card Series even though all three games were played at Citi Field.  In 1988 the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Mets 4-3 in the NL CS.

Let's take a look at the American League.  Currently, the Yankees are leading the Kansas City Royals 2-1.  The winner will play the winner of the Cleveland-Detroit series.

I would love to see another Subway Series so the Mets can get revenge on the Yankees for the 2000 World Series.

The key for the Mets or any other to win the World Series is to get hot at the right time.  Last years World Series participants, the Texas Rangers and Arizona Diamondbacks were wild card teams.  To advance and win the World Series, Lindor, Alonso, and others must stay hot and the pitching must not fall apart.  

Random Thoughts of the Day - October 8, 2024

 

• The situation in Israel is tragic one year after Hamas killed 1200 and kidnapped 250 Israelis. Hezbollah and Hamas are determined to destroy Israel and kill all Jews.  It is devastating to see so many civilian casualties.  The extremists on both sides will prevent everlasting peace.
• The political situation in NYC is chaotic with the mayor indicted and most of his inner circle resigning. He should resign, but if he does there will be more mayhem when the Public Advocate becomes acting mayor and must call for a special election in 90 days.  Several candidates including former Governor Andrew Cuomo are likely to run.  The winner will serve until the end of 2025.  There is a general election for Mayor in November,
• The issue of integrity has yet to be discussed in the presidential election.  I can't understand why millions of people will vote for a man already convicted of felonies and was indicted on charges of trying to overturn the results of the 2020 election,
• Tonight's game 3 is pivotal in the National League Division Series between the Mets and Phillies.  In a short series, anything can happen.

Two Sundays in a Row at Flushing Town Hall -Mini-Global Mashup: Daniel Devātman Marcellus Givens, Gongs & Bowls Meets Kaethe Hostetter, Violin

This performance featured Givens’ mesmerizing fusion of jazz, electronic, and world music, combined with Hostetter’s innovative blend of Ethiopian traditional sounds and modern experimentalism, which promises an unforgettable evening of cross-cultural musical exploration.

 

The Magic is Back Again - The Mets Come from Behind to Beat the Phillies 6-2 in Game 1 of the NLDS

 

Highlights from the 8th and 9th Inning When the Mets Took the Lead

We met some Bob Dylan fans for lunch at the Hard Rock Cafe in Times Square.  We came home in time to watch the game starting at 4 PM.   Zach Wheeler was really tough on the Mets for seven innings, but the Mets got to the bullpen in the 8th and 9th inning as seen above.

Pete Alonso OMG!

 

The Met bats were cold last night until the ninth inning when Pete Alonso hit a three-run homer to put the Mets ahead 3-2.  They scored one more run to make the score 4-2.  Dave Peterson held the Brewers scoreless to get the save.  We can all jump for joy, but the next step is the best three of five NLDS against the Philadelphia Phillies.  That will be a tough series.  We are all concerned about Pete's future with the Mets since he becomes a free agent at the end of the season.

There was a watch party at Citi Field.  Below is a report from WCBS-2 News

Shana Tova by the Muppets

 

You can find the strangest videos on YouTube.

To all my readers who observe the Jewish New Year Shana Tova.