Only 1 game in the loss column separates the Stros, Cards and Cubs. I still think the Cubs will be on the outside looking in, but this team has become "Must See," except when Estes is pitching. Biggest game of the season today. And Clement takes the bump. Let's hope the Clement that pitched 2 ad 3 starts ago shows up and not the one that pitched against LA.

Bruce Miles was on WSCR this AM with a familiar sounding caller. He was asked who would be gloing to Pittsburgh this Friday. Ironically, Miles' column was on this very topic. Francis Beltran's biceps are inflammed with tendinitis and may cause the deal to be delayed. According to Miles, Bobby Hill is not prevented from being called up even though he is on the PTBNL list. I've heard conflicting reports on that.

Kenny Lofton: 2004 everyday center fielder.

Seems Wood, Clement and Prior were having some fun with Santo, Carey and Stone.

Chuck