Schmidt & Cain & pray for rain

photo of Warren Spahn statue at Turner Field by Harry Applebag

John Perricone at the excellent Only Baseball Matters has come up with that as variation on the memorable ditty "Spahn and Sain and pray for rain." I like it a lot as the Giants veer into the must-win phase of the schedule. But I disagree with him about rooting for the Dodgers to beat the Padres in order for the Giants to advance in the Wild Card standings. I just can't EVER root for the Dodgers.

Even with just 4 hours to go, the Giants are uncertain whether Jason or Brad Hennessey will start tonight in St. Louis. Ray Ratto of the Chron says Morris and Sanchez will pitch the next two. UPDATE -- The Giants say Schmidt is shelved for but should be ready by next weekend.