THE BULLPEN

Buy me some peanuts and crackerjacks! Your playoff-bound Pittsburgh Pirates close out the regular season this afternoon in Cincy as they battle the Reds. These are your keys to today's game. 1)The Bucs go for the sweep in Cincy. Yesterday's 8-3 victory assured Pittsburgh of the home field for Tuesday's wild card game against Cincy. Therefore, today's game has no significance. However, wouldn't it be nice to take all three games from Cincy and have some serious momentum for Tuesday night's game? Break out the brooms! 2)Manager Clint Hurdle is expected to rest most of his starters today. We can't have anyone get hurt in a meaningless game. It's a good opportunity for some younger players to make a case for next season. Go out and impress us with plenty of Hit, Run, & Score! )Meanwhile, let's all sit back and appreciate what a terrific season it's been for our Buccos. I'll gladly admit that I predicted 87 wins for this squad back in the spring. At 93 wins and counting, boy was I wrong. Don't stop till you reach the top! Let's Go Bucs!!!!!