I talked to Grandpa Joe today about the NL Central. He predicted a dismal third for the Redbirds. My prediction for NL Central: Cubs finish first. During their celebration Dusty Baker seals the final step of the Cubs Suicide Pact by lacing their Old Styes with poison during the club house celebration.

The ex-Cub factor that has been plaguing Major Legue Baseball for years is finally broken. (Mark Grace bats .400 in 2004)