I gather you were watching last night? That was pretty exciting. I was out with my wife and swore not to pay attention to the tv at the bar, but couldn't resist when Zunino went deep. I've been watching them a fair amount and it's clear that the bullpen nightmare was really holding them back. Now with Diaz out there the atmosphere is totally different. Paxton comes back any moment now. The offense is a bit feast-or-famine but if the rotation gets hot and the bullpen calm down (Zych is back today), they will be strong WC contenders.True. But, while I realize it's an eyeball test, there's just something about the way Seattle is winning games that makes me think they'll be around at the end.
Adding, it would be so great to see them eliminate the Orioles. I certainly don't wish Tillman ill health, but that sounds pretty ominous for a team that was already fading. And of course [insert hatred of Showalter].