I don't know how likely it is that this game starts on time, or even starts at all, but the lineups are posted. I'll take that as a good sign. Another good sign: Johnny Estrada is starting today. As is Corey Hart, with Jenkins on the bench against a lefty. More interesting than the Brewers starting nine is that of the Cubs:
- Theriot, SS
- Floyd, LF
- Lee, 1B
- Ramirez, 3B
- Barrett, C
- Jones, RF
- DeRosa, 2B
- Pie, CF
- Lilly, P
With a Brewers win and Mets loss today, the Crew would at least be tied for best record in baseball. If the Dodgers lose, we'd have it all to ourselves. Another fun stat: only the Nationals are further out of first place in their division than the Cubs are. The Cubs may be playing better baseball than their record indicates, but it's sure fun to see them at the other end of the spectrum.
I think we're all ready for Ben Sheets's first double-digit strikeout outing of the year. And perhaps another couple of dingers from Prince Fielder. Go Brewers!