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2) personally attacking other commenters
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4) arguing for the sake of arguing
5) discussing politics
6) using hyperbole when something less will suffice
7) using sarcasm in a way that can be misinterpreted negatively
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9) typing "no-hitter" or "perfect game" to describe either in progress
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11) commenting under the obvious influence
12) claiming your opinion isn't allowed when it's just being disagreed with
That's how I recommend you feel.
If you're going to lose three games in a row, why not do it to the hottest, best team in baseball?
The three-run, ninth-inning comeback was meaningful, even if a victory did not follow. A little snap from the funk.
Bob Timmermann has it right in his comments today. Bad things happen to good teams in a pennant race. Even the Cardinals - their trials will come.
You don't take encouragement home from St. Louis. You do take home impatience with Dave Ross and Brent Mayne.
But this was the toughest road trip of the season for the Dodgers. They're still in good position. They only lost a game from their lead. It's still very much a race, but don't forget who remains in the inside lane.
Arizona is next.
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