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Yes, they have a lot of games at home, but unfortunately they also have to play like 25 more consecutive games. I'd say that makes it basically a push. I haven't looked at Chicago's schedule but the Sox don't have easy going the rest of the way.

It's an interesting dilemma for Francona. He needs to make sure his team is in good shape for the playoffs and everyone is rested. Assuming nothing catastrophic happens with the division race (I think we'll see the Yanks falter a bit in the home stretch, but that might be homer thinking) how hard does he push? Personally I think HF is invaluable and you have to go for it if it's within reach. This is also the time of year where the White Sox typically [censored] the bed like a Yugo.

It should be interesting.

Anyone else going to some upcoming games? I'm seeing them the 26th vs. the Blue Jays.

NT