Lee Metcalf: “I just have to say it, how about those Seattle Mariners? The whole Nation saw the playoff as they swept the Yankees in…”

“I just have to say it, how about those Seattle Mariners? The whole Nation saw the playoff as they swept the Yankees in Seattle to win the divisional series. To recap, in the bottom of the 11th inning, Joey Cora bunted to get to first base, then Ken Griffey, Jr. followed with a great single which moved Cora all the way to third, as we watched. Then as the American League's batting champion, Edgar Martinez, hit a ball to deep left field, we knew Cora was home. But did you see Ken Griffey, Jr. really hustle all the way from first base to score the winning run? What a finish. I would like to place a friendly challenge to my colleague, the gentleman from Cleveland, OH. If the Mariners lose the American League series, I will send a box of Washington apples and a salmon to him. I look forward to what my colleague would risk on this wager. Seriously, Mr. Speaker, I would like to congratulate the Mariners and Lou Piniella for their outstanding season, and it is not over yet. The Mariners just refuse to lose.”