I am a diehard sports fan. The teams I root for, it’s personal when they lose, it flat out sucks. Today was no exception.

The were two Harsh Realities of the day, and they both carry a common theme. Now, I’m not going to say the teams I root for aren’t any good, because they are, and as a fan, you have to have some sort of hope, because, outside of suiting up for your favorite squad, that is what being a fan is all about, having hope. Without hope, as a fan, what as is there? Sports are great, but watching your team, to all significant others out there, it means something. You might not understand and phrases like ‘It’s only a game’ or, ‘It’s just a game’ do not help.

My point? When teams are up it’s Cloud Nine, when they’re down, it’s like watching something you care about just sorta fade away, not being able to do anything about it or self soothe yourself.

Back to the harsh realities and hope. First, Notre Dame isn’t that good. Their offensive line is brutally bad, their Quarterback play is inconsistent, and their defense can’t stop anybody. They realistically could be 2-3 l, 4-1 has been a gift. Is there hope? Sure, they have 8 games to get right, in fact, I could see them winning 8 or 9 games this season. They are a flawed team that needs fixing.

The same can be said for the New York Yankees. This is another flawed, inconsistent team. They are maddening! All that talent, and they are staring at backing into the playoffs. In a season of rally killing double plays, and pitchers not ready to pitch, do us all in Yankee Fan Land a favor? Win tomorrow! Just win today. Get to the Wild Card Game. This is why you have Gerrit Cole. Just win baby. Take the analytics and bullshit out of it and just win! Play how you are capable and win.

Between the Yankees and Giants today I am so glad I do not have Rum and Coke at my disposal. I am going to use today to relax and just enjoy being a fan, holding on to that hope and belief in my teams.

Back Monday with recaps. Enjoy your Sunday.