The game Monday night was unbelievable, and had the Cubs lost, I would have said exactly the same thing. Games very often don't live up to the hype -- it's possible this game actually exceeded it.

Miller Park was absolutely electric -- more of a postseason feel than Arizona had last season in an actual postseason game. The game was full of drama -- back and forth, missed and made plays, good calls and bad, it was a tour de force, literally from the first pitch to the last. I can't remember the last time I felt so worn out after watching a game. I'm not sure I can take three more days of this, but if the Cubs come out on top, it'll have been worth it.

Although there were a ton of Cubs fans in attendance, as usual, I think Brewers fans made up the majority of the crowd. When Braun homered in the sixth, it became so loud I literally could not hear what my buddy was saying, and he was standing right next to me. One of the loudest crowds I've ever heard. Of course, he who is loud last is loud best ... or something like that.

Contrary to what I've heard and seen from previous Miller Park visits, the Brewers fans I encountered were great. We were talking to the guys in back of us for most of the game -- they were knowledgable, gave credit to the Cubs where it was due (and we did the same for the Brewers). Saw a lot of good-natured jabbing back and forth, but nothing ugly. Sometimes Brewers fans can have a huge chip on their collective shoulders, but it wasn't in evidence Monday night.

Listened to WTMJ-AM this morning, and virtually all the callers agreed it was a great game and great atmosphere. I'm sure that will only intensify as the series progresses. If you can find a ticket and a way to get up here any of the next three days, do it. Even if the Cubs lose, I think you'll agree it was worth it.