== THE REAL RIVALS == 

 Ok im going to set the record straight.  The two main rivals are the Cubs and the Royals.  I know some people dont consider the Royals to be a rival because its and inerleague match up, but i asure you it is a rivalry.  Ive been to plenty of Card/Royals games in Kansas City and the hostilaty is crazy.  The tention is high and theres almost more Cardinals fans than Royals.  Theres alot of smack talk and good games, even though the Royals suck.  Ive had a blast at many of these games and they felt like a fierce and healthy rivalry to me.  

                                                                                  J. Licata