D-backs set to make their move now

Well, things are starting to look a tad bit better now after the weekend series for the D-backs and Dodgers has come to an end. Arizona was able to take two of three in Colorado, while Los Angeles was beaten two out of three by the Giants.

I had mentioned before the weekend series began that hopefully the Giants were pissed off enough after being swept by the D-backs that they would take out their frustrations on the Dodgers. And sure enough, they came out and put up a good fight out there.

So, 2 1/2 game lead now...seven left for Arizona and six left for the Dodgers. I like the way this showdown is shaping up. It may seem as if the D-backs are at a disadvantage with having to go play four games in St. Louis, while L.A. has an off day tomorrow followed by three home games against the lowly Padres. But, the Cardinals have no shot at the postseason, so who knows who they'll be running out there in these four games. The same of course can be said of the Padres, but the Dodgers and Padres have a rivalry, just as the Dodgers have with the Giants. So, San Diego won't be rolling over for three here, they will be doing everything they can to punish L.A.

So, I think (read hope) it's a good story we have in front of us the next four days. I'm really looking forward to it. And no better way to get it going than throwing Brandon Webb out there on the hill tomorrow....the fire looks to be coming back....let's make it a bonfire now.