I was completely wrong about the ALCS and NLCS. To be honest, I'm tired of predicting. It's just guessing. Sure, there are stats to suggest who might win. But once the first pitch is thrown, all the stats go out the window and it comes down to seeing which team is better for that particular match.
Anyway...
2011 World Series
St. Louis over Texas in six
I love a good underdog story.
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Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Monday, June 20, 2011
Final Thoughts - NHL Playoffs
The Bruins deserved to win. Vancouver simply fell apart when it mattered the most. Every single flaw on the Canucks' roster was exposed.
Tim Thomas was phenomenal. An incredible performance.
Totals: 9 out of 15 - 60%
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Tim Thomas was phenomenal. An incredible performance.
Totals: 9 out of 15 - 60%
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Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Final Thoughts - NBA Playoffs
Congrats to the Dallas Mavericks! I thought they would need seven games, but Dirk and co. had other plans.
I said this title was Miami's to lose and that's what happened. Lebron simply did not show up when it mattered. This was a huge learning experience for James; more potent than losing the 2007 final to the Spurs. Wade and Bosh were alright, but it wasn't enough.
If there's one thing to remember from this series and this concluding NBA season, it would be that karma exists; even in South Beach.
Totals: 10 out of 15 - 67%
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I said this title was Miami's to lose and that's what happened. Lebron simply did not show up when it mattered. This was a huge learning experience for James; more potent than losing the 2007 final to the Spurs. Wade and Bosh were alright, but it wasn't enough.
If there's one thing to remember from this series and this concluding NBA season, it would be that karma exists; even in South Beach.
Totals: 10 out of 15 - 67%
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Sunday, May 29, 2011
NBA Playoff Predictions - Championship Round
Round Three: See previous post. In other words, wrong, wrong and wrong.
NBA Final
Dallas over Miami in seven games
Rematch of the 2006 Final. This time, the league title is Miami's to lose.
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NBA Final
Dallas over Miami in seven games
Rematch of the 2006 Final. This time, the league title is Miami's to lose.
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NHL Playoff Predictions - Stanley Cup Final
Round Three: Wrong, wrong and wrong.
Stanley Cup Final
Vancouver over Boston in six games
The Canucks must keep their foot on the gas at all times. Far too often, they take their foot off, allowing their opponents to take advantage. Any mistake will hurt Vancouver's chances. They must attack Tim Thomas.
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Stanley Cup Final
Vancouver over Boston in six games
The Canucks must keep their foot on the gas at all times. Far too often, they take their foot off, allowing their opponents to take advantage. Any mistake will hurt Vancouver's chances. They must attack Tim Thomas.
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Sunday, May 15, 2011
NBA Playoff Predictions - Round Three
Round two: Three out of four. One perfect prediction (Chi/Atl).
On to the next round:
Eastern Conference Final
Chicago in seven
Western Conference Final
OKC in six
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On to the next round:
Eastern Conference Final
Chicago in seven
Western Conference Final
OKC in six
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Friday, May 13, 2011
NHL Playoff Predictions - Round Three
Round two: Two out of four. No perfect predictions.
On to the third round!
Western Conference Final
San Jose in 7
Eastern Conference Final
Tampa Bay in 6
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On to the third round!
Western Conference Final
San Jose in 7
Eastern Conference Final
Tampa Bay in 6
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Sunday, May 01, 2011
NBA Playoff Predictions - Round Two
Round One: Six out of eight. No perfect predictions.
On to the second round:
Eastern Conference
Chicago in six
Miami in seven
Western Conference
LA Lakers in six
OKC in five
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On to the second round:
Eastern Conference
Chicago in six
Miami in seven
Western Conference
LA Lakers in six
OKC in five
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Thursday, April 28, 2011
NHL Playoff Predictions - Round Two
Round One: 7 out of 8. No perfect predictions
On to the second round.
Eastern Conference
Tampa Bay in 7
Philadelphia in 6
Western Conference
Detroit in 6
Vancouver in 4
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On to the second round.
Eastern Conference
Tampa Bay in 7
Philadelphia in 6
Western Conference
Detroit in 6
Vancouver in 4
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Friday, April 15, 2011
NBA Playoff Predictions - Round one
Hard to have an interest without the Raptors participating. Nevertheless...
Eastern Conference
Chicago in four
Miami in four
Boston in six
Orlando in six
Western Conference
San Antonio in six
LA Lakers in five
Dallas in seven
OKC in seven
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Eastern Conference
Chicago in four
Miami in four
Boston in six
Orlando in six
Western Conference
San Antonio in six
LA Lakers in five
Dallas in seven
OKC in seven
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Wednesday, April 13, 2011
NHL Playoff Predictions - Round One
Here we go!
Western Conference
Vancouver in 6
San Jose in 5
Detroit in 7
Anaheim in 7
Eastern Conference
Washington in 6
Boston in 6 (As a Habs fan, I really hope I'm wrong)
Philadelphia in 4
Tampa Bay in 6
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Western Conference
Vancouver in 6
San Jose in 5
Detroit in 7
Anaheim in 7
Eastern Conference
Washington in 6
Boston in 6 (As a Habs fan, I really hope I'm wrong)
Philadelphia in 4
Tampa Bay in 6
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Wednesday, November 03, 2010
MLB Playoffs: Final Thoughts
I watched the San Francisco Giants play the Blue Jays this past June. They were a good team, but they sure didn't look like a team that would go on to win the World Series.
The Giants didn't have the best batting lineup, but it didn't matter. They had a phenomenal pitching staff led by Tim Lincecum. San Fran's starters silenced a very strong Texas Ranger lineup. They made players like Josh Hamilton and Vladdy Guerrero look normal. SF's pitchers stepped up and provided an enormous amount of confidence for their hitters.
The Giants were in and out of playoff contention all season long. But when "clutch time" arrived, they answered the call and have been awarded for their effort.
Finally, to sum up: 4 out of 7 = 57% Started out strong, but wasn't expecting the Giants to go far. Like I said yesterday, I should've listened to my gut.
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The Giants didn't have the best batting lineup, but it didn't matter. They had a phenomenal pitching staff led by Tim Lincecum. San Fran's starters silenced a very strong Texas Ranger lineup. They made players like Josh Hamilton and Vladdy Guerrero look normal. SF's pitchers stepped up and provided an enormous amount of confidence for their hitters.
The Giants were in and out of playoff contention all season long. But when "clutch time" arrived, they answered the call and have been awarded for their effort.
Finally, to sum up: 4 out of 7 = 57% Started out strong, but wasn't expecting the Giants to go far. Like I said yesterday, I should've listened to my gut.
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Tuesday, October 26, 2010
MLB Playoff Predictions - The World Series
I was right about Texas, but incredibly wrong about Philadelphia.
2010 World Series
Texas over San Francisco in six
This was a hard decision to make. The Rangers and Giants have great pitching, with the edge going to San Fran. However, Texas has a better batting lineup, which will lead them to the title.
Pitching will always be the most important part of baseball. But pitching cannot be the sole contribution to a victory. A team still needs to swing the bats. It takes great pitching and great hitting to win. Texas is closer to that than San Francisco.
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2010 World Series
Texas over San Francisco in six
This was a hard decision to make. The Rangers and Giants have great pitching, with the edge going to San Fran. However, Texas has a better batting lineup, which will lead them to the title.
Pitching will always be the most important part of baseball. But pitching cannot be the sole contribution to a victory. A team still needs to swing the bats. It takes great pitching and great hitting to win. Texas is closer to that than San Francisco.
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Thursday, October 14, 2010
MLB Playoff Predictions - League Championship Series
In the first round, I was three out of four. Of the three, one was a perfect prediction. I knew the Twins wouldn't have enough to beat the Yankees, but I didn't expect them to just roll over. Wow.
Onto the next round:
American League Championship Series
Texas over New York in seven
National League Championship Series
Philadelphia over San Francisco in six
NOTES: If you're like me and love the art of pitching, then you are going to enjoy the next few days. The LCS will feature the best pitchers in the game and they will dominate. Hate to be the hitters right now...The Rangers, a team known more for their hitting, has made it to the ALCS because of Cliff Lee and CJ Wilson. As long as those two keep doing what they're doing and the Rangers' bats stay hot, Texas will win its first pennant. New York has Sabathia, which is why the series will be close...The Giants have Lincecum, Cain and Sanchez. The Phillies have Halladay, Oswalt and Hamels. Advantage Philadelphia. Another pennant is coming to the city of brotherly love.
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Onto the next round:
American League Championship Series
Texas over New York in seven
National League Championship Series
Philadelphia over San Francisco in six
NOTES: If you're like me and love the art of pitching, then you are going to enjoy the next few days. The LCS will feature the best pitchers in the game and they will dominate. Hate to be the hitters right now...The Rangers, a team known more for their hitting, has made it to the ALCS because of Cliff Lee and CJ Wilson. As long as those two keep doing what they're doing and the Rangers' bats stay hot, Texas will win its first pennant. New York has Sabathia, which is why the series will be close...The Giants have Lincecum, Cain and Sanchez. The Phillies have Halladay, Oswalt and Hamels. Advantage Philadelphia. Another pennant is coming to the city of brotherly love.
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Wednesday, October 06, 2010
MLB Playoff Predictions - League Division Series
American League Division Series
Tampa Bay over Texas in four
New York over Minnesota in five
National League Division Series
Philadelphia over Cincinnati in three
San Francisco over Atlanta in five
NOTES: I can't see the Twins winning without Morneau. They're still a good team, but he's a valuable piece to the puzzle...The Rangers and Reds had great seasons, but they're about to run out of gas...The Braves got in by the skin of their teeth. They're just as good as the Giants, but San Fran's pitching is better and that's why they'll move on.
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Tampa Bay over Texas in four
New York over Minnesota in five
National League Division Series
Philadelphia over Cincinnati in three
San Francisco over Atlanta in five
NOTES: I can't see the Twins winning without Morneau. They're still a good team, but he's a valuable piece to the puzzle...The Rangers and Reds had great seasons, but they're about to run out of gas...The Braves got in by the skin of their teeth. They're just as good as the Giants, but San Fran's pitching is better and that's why they'll move on.
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Monday, June 21, 2010
Final Thoughts - NBA Finals
Well, I was right about the Lakers. Now I have put up with Kobe-this and Kobe-that. To be honest, I had no interest in the finals this year. I know the Lakers-Celtics rivalry is one of the best in sports, but I had no desire to watch the series. It happens.
Alright, the stats:
10 out of 15; 67%
That's actually better than my NHL predictions. Go figure.
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Alright, the stats:
10 out of 15; 67%
That's actually better than my NHL predictions. Go figure.
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Friday, June 11, 2010
Final Thoughts - Stanley Cup Playoffs
- Congrats to the Chicago Blackhawks! This is a young, talented team. I've been keeping my eye on these guys for the last year. They have lots of character. And this is only the beginning.
- BTW, perfect prediction :-)
- Congrats also have to go to the Flyers. They had an incredible run. As long as they stay healthy, I think Philly has a good shot at the cup next year.
- Who were all those women interviewing Patrick Kane? Is he dating them?
- Great moment #1: Duncan Keith and his fiancee.
- Great moment #2: Stan and Scotty Bowman.
- Crosby may have the glitz and glamour, but Toews has a Conn Smythe.
- Totals: 8/15, 53% Bah!
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- BTW, perfect prediction :-)
- Congrats also have to go to the Flyers. They had an incredible run. As long as they stay healthy, I think Philly has a good shot at the cup next year.
- Who were all those women interviewing Patrick Kane? Is he dating them?
- Great moment #1: Duncan Keith and his fiancee.
- Great moment #2: Stan and Scotty Bowman.
- Crosby may have the glitz and glamour, but Toews has a Conn Smythe.
- Totals: 8/15, 53% Bah!
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Wednesday, June 02, 2010
NBA Playoff Predictions - Finals
Damn you, Boston. Damn you, Lakers.
NBA Final:
LA Lakers over Boston in 6
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NBA Final:
LA Lakers over Boston in 6
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Friday, May 28, 2010
Sunday, May 16, 2010
NHL Playoff Predictions - Round Three
Second Round: Two out of four; one perfect prediction (Mtl/Pit). Damn you, San Jose and Philadelphia.
And now, the third round:
Eastern Conference
Montreal over Philadelphia in 7
Western Conference
Chicago over San Jose in 6
NOTES: Team 7 vs. Team 8 for the East final. Did not see that one coming. Full credit to both teams. As long as Montreal doesn't allow the Flyers to bully them, they'll keep rolling...still not sold on San Jose.
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And now, the third round:
Eastern Conference
Montreal over Philadelphia in 7
Western Conference
Chicago over San Jose in 6
NOTES: Team 7 vs. Team 8 for the East final. Did not see that one coming. Full credit to both teams. As long as Montreal doesn't allow the Flyers to bully them, they'll keep rolling...still not sold on San Jose.
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