As late as May 27, on the eve of a 3-game series with Brigantine, the Magpies were still in 2nd place half game behind them. Six games later the fortunes of the two teams have radically diverged.
In other news, the 3 catcher system has been abandoned. It won't make a difference during the regular season, but gold I-Rod will be used as 3rd string catcher in the postseason. Meanwhile, the Special Edition card was sold. Cap Anson has been benched for subpar performance and is practically on the shopping block. Can 1 bad month erase 15 seasons of exemplary performance?
