One of you lucky stars will be my 2000th view, sadly, the only "prize" for you are these predictions.
Last weeks results:
Miscues def. Freedom 5-3 - Not much of a surprise here, Miscues is definitely the team to beat in the conference and barring any set backs should cruise to a first round bye while Freedom will be left to fight it out for a playoff spot with 2 other teams.
Sexy Poolerz defeat Pool Fiction 5-4 - Shocking, especially when it looks like CatNapper carried the load for SP. I think she's a girl, which leads into something pretty cool. Tack her 4-0/5-0 carry vs PFN along with Ebas 4-1 against PFN earlier, and PFN are a hideous 2-9 (they beat a female from PDZ I believe) against females. DS have Chele, SP have CatNappa and BNR have Dina. Yikes! Looks like PFN are in for a long season..
Break and Run defeat Dead Strokes - 5-1 - Straight forward match, Jordy gets back into the win column, while Dead Strokes are going to need to draw up something special for the rematch if they havn't started to spiral out of control by then.
Pool Dragonz defeat Straight Shots - 5-4 - At first glance, yes this is a shock, but at second glance? Straight Shots have pretty much shit the bed so far while Pool Dragonz have been keeping it close against a few top teams. Drew better be buying DJ some beer for that effort.
MVP Standings
bnr_xlx_skill_xlx - 8-1
pdz_XRANCIDX - 8-3
sp_CatNapper_69 - 7-3
ds_Hockey_Kid - 6-2
mc_lxl_nerd.herd_xlx - 6-2
mc_the_lvlag1cian - 6-3
pfn_spc_shogun - 6-4
fr_Sabre Girl - 5-2
ss_xl_mike_lx - 5-2
fr_win-win-win - 5-3
fr_zl_t_lz - 5-4
This week:
Tuesday @ 7pm - Pool Fiction [2-3] @ Dead Strokes [2-3]
Apparently the likes of Ashton and Corey are not the important ones for DS in the match, it's Chele. Kidding, I really hope this girl-thing PFN has is just a freaky coincidental fluke. PFN have surprisingly struggled in the first half of the season, in the past two seasons they had always been a consistent second pushing for first, this season is pretty different, why? Who knows. But in a match that will determine who is last place, Kerry & co. will more then likely put the first half in the back of their mind, and the back half of the season as they look to make a push for the playoffs, where they deserve to be. For Dead Strokes, missing the playoffs by an inch seems to be the common theme, last season they fell a game short, in WSOP this season they're tied for the final playoff spot with one week left, and unless they pick up a win here, they may very well be on the outside looking in for the rest of the season. Corey and Ashton need to be here, and possibly need to put on wigs to have any shot at beating Pool Fiction.
Prediction - 5-3 Pool Fiction.
Wednesday @ 6pm - Sexy Poolerz [3-2] vs Break and Run [4-1]
Sadly, there are no cats to be napped from Break and Run, although they did show off their new recruit in Gusta who is a pretty kitty indeed. Break and Run have been adding quite a few stars from other teams and if they're all able to show, this season might be game over for them. For Sexy Poolerz, while last week was a win, they cannot afford a repeat of last week. Leaving one person to carry the load against a Break and Run squad is well, not something your Mother would tell you to do, even if you wash behind your ears. Bev will need her boys and the CatNapper to be out in full force. If SP are able to jump out to a 3-2 lead then they may be able to hold on and as much as I'd like to play the CatNapper effect here, the Kitty Killa in Gusta should give Break and Run the clear edge.
Prediction - 5-3 Break and Run
Wednesday @ 7pm - Straight Shots [1-4] @ Freedom [2-3]
Straight Shots aren't exactly having a season according to plan. Key losses in having Jon, Pita and the other Mike from last seasons roster consistently show sure are hurting as Ben and Shelle have had to consistently bring in other players. Why? Who knows not my problem. Freedom are however, sometimes. Easily the most inconsistent bunch, predicting them is as easy as catching a greased up pig after a bucket of moonshine, so I'll have to keep this short to get back to my moonshine. A struggling squad against an inconsistent squad, sure this has the story line for Straight Shots to get back into the win column, but I know my gut will be wrong here.
Prediction - 5-3 Freedom
Thursday @ 7pm - Miscues [4-1] vs Pool Dragonz [2-3]
Miscues are predicted where both Peter Laveau and I predicted them to be, atop the leader board. But Pool Dragonz has a chance at being only one game back of first with a win here. Crazy after 6 weeks, but it's possible. Ant has surprisingly taken a back seat to the likes of Nerd and Ben who are leading the way in matches, even if Ant has been winning just about every tournament so far. DJ will have no option but to continue his hot streak if PDZ want a shot at winning. Pommy, Hani and Drew will need to win at least 2 of 3 games as well, and since I haven't called an upset yet, if you've read this far, here's an upset. VCU-over-Kansas-esque.
Prediction - 5-3 Pool Dragonz
Sunday, March 27, 2011
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Week Five
A message to Peter Laveau
Hey, you may not know me and that is fine. You say you are the "future" of interleague predictors and that is great as predictions have taken quite a drop in recent years with many good predictors stopping altogether or limiting themselves to interleagues that have one season every 2 years (Thanks Petey). When you first came about predicting, I believed that; you wrote great predictions every week, highlighting teams strengths and weaknesses, opportunities and threats. At that point, yes I agreed with you, but these days? You don't write predictions, you write soap operas only insinuating increased drama. You're predictions as of late simply suck. Your ending piece is longer then each prediction, that isn't good.
As a predictor who can proudly boast winning some of the very few prediction awards in interleagues, I offer a piece of advise to you. Stop going into detail about the drama, those aren't predictions. Go back to your roots, and stop picking favorites. If you want to be an amateur journalist and go on about drama, do that separately, away from interleagues. Make a website for it, make it universal so every day people can check it and see "What's new from Laveaus Corner", but if you're doing predictions? Do predictions.
I'm not one to toot my horn, but I feel confident telling you to ask everyone who their favorite predictor is now, and in the past and more importantly, why. So please, take my advise and go back to being a predictor.
Last weeks results:
Straight Shots defeat Sexy Poolerz 5-2 - While the earthquake in Japan shortened the day by 16 milliseconds, it put SS back on course. Sexy Poolerz enter conference play in a great position to take advantage of weak play from others, and strong play for themselves. Straight Shots enter conference play looking up with a confident Pool Dragonz squad right on their heels.
Miscues defeat Dead Strokes 5-2 - Seems like DS had a rough week in terms of tape DQ's, but it's better to get it out of your system at once then over time. Miscues were able to bounce back, while Dead Strokes fell into the theme of the Pacific Conference failure for the week. They'll need to bounce back quickly before the rest of the conference jumps ahead.
Freedom defeat Break and Run 5-1 - Pretty embarrassing for Break and Run, though they continue to hold their one game lead over everyone else, but they can't afford a slip up with conference play now among us. As for Freedom, the exact opposite as predicted, THAT, was predictable.
Pool Dragonz defeat Pool Fiction 5-2 - Seems like Joe is pretty thrilled about beating PFN, and while he may be happy for other reasons, it's a good win for Pool Dragonz for not only finishing the Atlantic Conference sweep, but moving forward, PDZ have the monkey off their back with a win in the column and should take advantage of a surprisingly weak conference.
MVP Standings
bnr_xlx_skill_xlx - 7-1
ds_Hockey_Kid - 6-1
mc_lxl_nerd.herd_lxl - 6-1
fr_Sabre Girl - 5-2
bnr_lion_l2ampant - 5-2
fr_win-win-win - 5-3
pfn_spc_shogun - 5-3
Looking back at the out of conference play all teams saw in the first 4 weeks, the teams from the Pacific conference got the better of the Atlantic teams winning 9 of the 16 matches, even while losing all 4 in this past week. Is it a sign that the Atlantic Conference is getting it together as the season nears half way? Or was it just a coincidence? With conference play upon us, each game is that much more important as stringing wins together which such tight conferences can push you up the standings where your fate is directly in your hands.
This week:
Monday @ 6pm - Freedom @ Miscues
While I already mentioned how important every game is in conference play, and even though it's only week 5, this match is very important as to how the Atlantic Conference will play out. A win for Miscues will give them a 2 game advantage on the rest of the field, giving them immense breathing room that they could hold even with out captain Ant. A win for Freedom would give us a tie for the top spot and the potential for a 2 horse race all the way down to the wire. The match is on Monday which is good for Miscues as I do believe they enjoy Monday matches, earlier then the usual late ones Ant is comfortable with though. For Freedom? Even with the win last week over Break and Run, Freedom are slumping across interleagues, most notably due to Travis and Matt, Peteys two best options, losing a whole lot more then they have been winning. Sure you can say all it takes is one great night for one person to carry a team to victory, but you can also get cleaned up very quickly in PRO. Miscues have rarely had a complete off night since their creation, dominating matches everywhere with losses being very close, Freedom will need all the fire power they can get to combat the likes of Ant, Zach, Ben and James.
Prediction - 5-3 Miscues
Tuesday @ 6pm - Sexy Poolerz @ Pool Fiction
These two teams, surprisingly are almost identically even after the first 4 weeks, and strength of scheduling has nothing to do with it. So why are Sexy Poolerz doing as well as big bad Pool Fiction? They certainly havn't brought over success from WSOP, and in WPA they're up there, and I think the format there is similar to carry, it really confused the socks off me. Sexy Poolerz carry no stars, but they have a consistent line up, of players who can grind out 1-2 wins on any given night. With the law of averages in place, it works out when one has an off night and another has a great night, because their only flaw is against stacked teams like Miscues. Beyond the poor showing for Pool Fiction, they were riding high sporting a 14-10 record which was pretty good. Was it just not their night? You would certainly believe so with the talent they sport. Brian may not be off to as hot of a start as last season, but his record thus far has been quiet and helpful to Kerry. With support like Mina and Kalpz, you can be sure Pool Fiction will bounce back and get conference play started on the right foot.
Prediction - 5-3 Pool Fiction
Wednesday @ 6pm - Dead Strokes @ Break and Run
Both sides came off highs in week 3 but crashed in week 4. Luckily, one of these teams will bounce back and sadly, one will spiral. With this conference so close, Break and Run can afford a spiral with not only the one game lead, but the talent they have recruited for this season. A spiral for Dead Strokes on the other hand, may create a gap (as small as it may be) that could very well turn out to be too large to overcome. The early season hero in Ashton seems to have gone back to his cave, so it'll be on Corey to help provide the necessary support to the rest of the team if Dead Strokes look to crack the playoffs for the first time. For Break and Run, I said they can afford a small losing streak, but the chances of them doing such are minimal. A veteran squad should have no issue bouncing back from an off night. With Ross and Jordy still holding the majority of wins, it's good for Dina they are able to show every night.
Prediction - 5-3 Break and Run
Thursday @ 7pm - Pool Dragonz @ Straight Shots
One would think an 0-3 team defeating a 2-1 team was just a good win, but it seems like to some of their members, it's a miracle. For Joe (who seems to have really enjoyed this win), along with the rest of Pool Dragonz, this win is big. They were all finally able to flex their muscles, and more importantly at once showing they can beat anyone. Drew the led the way as expected, and if that actually is Pommy, then welcome back, and kudos on your 2-0 over your old team. Now comes the important part, carrying it over. I do believe I said Pool Dragonz had the firepower to take on just about anyone, and if they are able to continue that streak (albeit I don't think they'll want to beat other teams as much as Pool Fiction (as once again is proven by Joes status [Creeped out yet?]), but if they are, Straight Shots is a great team to do so against. A win here against a flip-floppity SS squad will put them a game up on last, and possibly tied for second. As per Straight Shots, they finally won a game, now comes the interesting part. Are they going to flub out another loss or are they for real and are going to return to last seasons form when they won their conference? This should be a great match-up and it could really go either way.
Prediction - 5-4 Pool Dragonz
Hey, you may not know me and that is fine. You say you are the "future" of interleague predictors and that is great as predictions have taken quite a drop in recent years with many good predictors stopping altogether or limiting themselves to interleagues that have one season every 2 years (Thanks Petey). When you first came about predicting, I believed that; you wrote great predictions every week, highlighting teams strengths and weaknesses, opportunities and threats. At that point, yes I agreed with you, but these days? You don't write predictions, you write soap operas only insinuating increased drama. You're predictions as of late simply suck. Your ending piece is longer then each prediction, that isn't good.
As a predictor who can proudly boast winning some of the very few prediction awards in interleagues, I offer a piece of advise to you. Stop going into detail about the drama, those aren't predictions. Go back to your roots, and stop picking favorites. If you want to be an amateur journalist and go on about drama, do that separately, away from interleagues. Make a website for it, make it universal so every day people can check it and see "What's new from Laveaus Corner", but if you're doing predictions? Do predictions.
I'm not one to toot my horn, but I feel confident telling you to ask everyone who their favorite predictor is now, and in the past and more importantly, why. So please, take my advise and go back to being a predictor.
Last weeks results:
Straight Shots defeat Sexy Poolerz 5-2 - While the earthquake in Japan shortened the day by 16 milliseconds, it put SS back on course. Sexy Poolerz enter conference play in a great position to take advantage of weak play from others, and strong play for themselves. Straight Shots enter conference play looking up with a confident Pool Dragonz squad right on their heels.
Miscues defeat Dead Strokes 5-2 - Seems like DS had a rough week in terms of tape DQ's, but it's better to get it out of your system at once then over time. Miscues were able to bounce back, while Dead Strokes fell into the theme of the Pacific Conference failure for the week. They'll need to bounce back quickly before the rest of the conference jumps ahead.
Freedom defeat Break and Run 5-1 - Pretty embarrassing for Break and Run, though they continue to hold their one game lead over everyone else, but they can't afford a slip up with conference play now among us. As for Freedom, the exact opposite as predicted, THAT, was predictable.
Pool Dragonz defeat Pool Fiction 5-2 - Seems like Joe is pretty thrilled about beating PFN, and while he may be happy for other reasons, it's a good win for Pool Dragonz for not only finishing the Atlantic Conference sweep, but moving forward, PDZ have the monkey off their back with a win in the column and should take advantage of a surprisingly weak conference.
MVP Standings
bnr_xlx_skill_xlx - 7-1
ds_Hockey_Kid - 6-1
mc_lxl_nerd.herd_lxl - 6-1
fr_Sabre Girl - 5-2
bnr_lion_l2ampant - 5-2
fr_win-win-win - 5-3
pfn_spc_shogun - 5-3
Looking back at the out of conference play all teams saw in the first 4 weeks, the teams from the Pacific conference got the better of the Atlantic teams winning 9 of the 16 matches, even while losing all 4 in this past week. Is it a sign that the Atlantic Conference is getting it together as the season nears half way? Or was it just a coincidence? With conference play upon us, each game is that much more important as stringing wins together which such tight conferences can push you up the standings where your fate is directly in your hands.
This week:
Monday @ 6pm - Freedom @ Miscues
While I already mentioned how important every game is in conference play, and even though it's only week 5, this match is very important as to how the Atlantic Conference will play out. A win for Miscues will give them a 2 game advantage on the rest of the field, giving them immense breathing room that they could hold even with out captain Ant. A win for Freedom would give us a tie for the top spot and the potential for a 2 horse race all the way down to the wire. The match is on Monday which is good for Miscues as I do believe they enjoy Monday matches, earlier then the usual late ones Ant is comfortable with though. For Freedom? Even with the win last week over Break and Run, Freedom are slumping across interleagues, most notably due to Travis and Matt, Peteys two best options, losing a whole lot more then they have been winning. Sure you can say all it takes is one great night for one person to carry a team to victory, but you can also get cleaned up very quickly in PRO. Miscues have rarely had a complete off night since their creation, dominating matches everywhere with losses being very close, Freedom will need all the fire power they can get to combat the likes of Ant, Zach, Ben and James.
Prediction - 5-3 Miscues
Tuesday @ 6pm - Sexy Poolerz @ Pool Fiction
These two teams, surprisingly are almost identically even after the first 4 weeks, and strength of scheduling has nothing to do with it. So why are Sexy Poolerz doing as well as big bad Pool Fiction? They certainly havn't brought over success from WSOP, and in WPA they're up there, and I think the format there is similar to carry, it really confused the socks off me. Sexy Poolerz carry no stars, but they have a consistent line up, of players who can grind out 1-2 wins on any given night. With the law of averages in place, it works out when one has an off night and another has a great night, because their only flaw is against stacked teams like Miscues. Beyond the poor showing for Pool Fiction, they were riding high sporting a 14-10 record which was pretty good. Was it just not their night? You would certainly believe so with the talent they sport. Brian may not be off to as hot of a start as last season, but his record thus far has been quiet and helpful to Kerry. With support like Mina and Kalpz, you can be sure Pool Fiction will bounce back and get conference play started on the right foot.
Prediction - 5-3 Pool Fiction
Wednesday @ 6pm - Dead Strokes @ Break and Run
Both sides came off highs in week 3 but crashed in week 4. Luckily, one of these teams will bounce back and sadly, one will spiral. With this conference so close, Break and Run can afford a spiral with not only the one game lead, but the talent they have recruited for this season. A spiral for Dead Strokes on the other hand, may create a gap (as small as it may be) that could very well turn out to be too large to overcome. The early season hero in Ashton seems to have gone back to his cave, so it'll be on Corey to help provide the necessary support to the rest of the team if Dead Strokes look to crack the playoffs for the first time. For Break and Run, I said they can afford a small losing streak, but the chances of them doing such are minimal. A veteran squad should have no issue bouncing back from an off night. With Ross and Jordy still holding the majority of wins, it's good for Dina they are able to show every night.
Prediction - 5-3 Break and Run
Thursday @ 7pm - Pool Dragonz @ Straight Shots
One would think an 0-3 team defeating a 2-1 team was just a good win, but it seems like to some of their members, it's a miracle. For Joe (who seems to have really enjoyed this win), along with the rest of Pool Dragonz, this win is big. They were all finally able to flex their muscles, and more importantly at once showing they can beat anyone. Drew the led the way as expected, and if that actually is Pommy, then welcome back, and kudos on your 2-0 over your old team. Now comes the important part, carrying it over. I do believe I said Pool Dragonz had the firepower to take on just about anyone, and if they are able to continue that streak (albeit I don't think they'll want to beat other teams as much as Pool Fiction (as once again is proven by Joes status [Creeped out yet?]), but if they are, Straight Shots is a great team to do so against. A win here against a flip-floppity SS squad will put them a game up on last, and possibly tied for second. As per Straight Shots, they finally won a game, now comes the interesting part. Are they going to flub out another loss or are they for real and are going to return to last seasons form when they won their conference? This should be a great match-up and it could really go either way.
Prediction - 5-4 Pool Dragonz
Best of luck to all teams this week!
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If for any reason you feel the need to contact me, my Y.I.M. is mister.predictor.
Monday, March 14, 2011
Week Four
Last weeks results:
Break and Run defeat Miscues 5-3 - Jordy and Ross led the way, Jordy may not be getting the support he was predicted to need but after Ross & himself were able to defeat the best team, does this make them the best team?
Sexy Poolerz defeat Freedom 5-3 - Shocking? Sure. Sexy Poolerz are a legit team in PRO it seems, while Freedom are easily the most inconsistent team out there. Is it even worth predicting them anymore?
Pool Fiction destroy Straight Shots 5-1 - Straight Shots have a lot of players who only have one game, so it isn't a bad assumption to say they brought an entirely new roster to face Pool Fiction, which is unfortunate as it didn't work, at all. Pool Fiction are gaining steam and showing that the new-era players for Kerry can still get it done, PFN style.
Dead Strokes defeat Pool Dragonz 5-4 - Pool Dragonz almost won, but Corey spoiled the party. I really have nothing else to say about this.
MVP Standings?
BNR_xlx_skill_xlx - 7-0
DS_Hockey_Kid - 6-0
FR_Sabre Girl - 5-2
None of the 8 players whom are 0-1 for Straight Shots.
This week:
Monday @ 6pm - Sexy Poolerz @ Straight Shots
Two teams, both in opposite directions from where they should be, shall it change? Sexy Poolerz come into this match having shown they have a solid core of players, who can consistently show. That, is key. Straight Shots has shown this far that it's good to have a super active league so you can play 12 players in 15 player slots. A side note, looking at how Straight Shots actively have 20 people in every interleague tournament, will there ever be a "Straight Shots vs The Others" Interleague match? 15v15 style? Actually 15s too high, SS would win on timers. Luckily there will be no timers here with plenty of players at the ready for both Shelle and Bev, the issue here will be if SS can get the right players to the table, play the match ups right and stay ahead of SP from the gun. This match changed rooms because both teams against each other, at the same time, in WSOP, and I just feel Straight Shots will have there better players around for the double match up, and will be able to manage both matches a lot better then Sexy Poolerz
Prediction - 5-3 Straight Shots in PRO, and 4-2 in WSOP
Monday @ 6pm - Miscues @ Dead Strokes
This equation holds true, an Ant loss = an MC loss. Whether it was an off night for the MC crew or Break and Run were just rolling, MC were fortunate their loss didn't do them any harm in the conference as they continue to stay one game ahead of second place for the top seed. As per Dead Strokes, they're last in their conference, but would be first if they were in the other. Does this mean DS will have no issue against MC? If they can get both Corey and Ashton to show for this match, then a win for them would be of 0 surprise, but otherwise? It'd be tough pickings. It's very rare Ant loses back to back interleague games, and by the looks of it, xlx_nerd.herd_xlx hasn't done the same yet either in his early career. Those two joined by Ben, Safdar, and probably James shouldn't have an issue if the two stars for DS don't show and seeing as how Ashton hasn't played a game in well over a week for DS, MC should be able to bounce back.
Prediction - 5-3 Miscues
Tuesday @ 7pm - Freedom @ Break and Run
Well well, don't you hurt my head Freedom. Break and Run are showing that they are still the class of PRO, well, Jordy is anyways. Jordy has won 47% of their games in this young season, and with Ross by his side they've won a combined 73%, not bad. I earlier asked if it's even worth predicting Freedom anymore with their inconsistency and overall randomness (They're called Fringle in CIP, why... ) it's not hard to bet against Break and Run whom I believe have never lost to Freedom in PRO, are on fire, and with Dina wanting to do nothing more then defeat Freedom any chance she gets, should be no wondering on how this will turn out.
Prediction - 5-1 Break and Run
Thursday @ 7pm - Pool Fiction @ Pool Dragonz
Like the Tuesday match, this could very well be one-sided. Pool Fiction are good, that's simple, no complex equations needed like MC. Kalpz and Brian have been leading the way, with more then enough talent by their side every week. Pool Dragonz though came close last week, but prior to that, weren't close at all. Pool Dragonz have an issue of starting matches off well, which puts them in a hole they can never seem to recover from. They certainly have the talent in Hani, Joe, Drew, DJ and even (yes... even) Pommy to defeat Pool Fiction, but nothing goes according to plan these days does it?
Prediction - 5-3 Pool Fiction
Break and Run defeat Miscues 5-3 - Jordy and Ross led the way, Jordy may not be getting the support he was predicted to need but after Ross & himself were able to defeat the best team, does this make them the best team?
Sexy Poolerz defeat Freedom 5-3 - Shocking? Sure. Sexy Poolerz are a legit team in PRO it seems, while Freedom are easily the most inconsistent team out there. Is it even worth predicting them anymore?
Pool Fiction destroy Straight Shots 5-1 - Straight Shots have a lot of players who only have one game, so it isn't a bad assumption to say they brought an entirely new roster to face Pool Fiction, which is unfortunate as it didn't work, at all. Pool Fiction are gaining steam and showing that the new-era players for Kerry can still get it done, PFN style.
Dead Strokes defeat Pool Dragonz 5-4 - Pool Dragonz almost won, but Corey spoiled the party. I really have nothing else to say about this.
MVP Standings?
BNR_xlx_skill_xlx - 7-0
DS_Hockey_Kid - 6-0
FR_Sabre Girl - 5-2
None of the 8 players whom are 0-1 for Straight Shots.
This week:
Monday @ 6pm - Sexy Poolerz @ Straight Shots
Two teams, both in opposite directions from where they should be, shall it change? Sexy Poolerz come into this match having shown they have a solid core of players, who can consistently show. That, is key. Straight Shots has shown this far that it's good to have a super active league so you can play 12 players in 15 player slots. A side note, looking at how Straight Shots actively have 20 people in every interleague tournament, will there ever be a "Straight Shots vs The Others" Interleague match? 15v15 style? Actually 15s too high, SS would win on timers. Luckily there will be no timers here with plenty of players at the ready for both Shelle and Bev, the issue here will be if SS can get the right players to the table, play the match ups right and stay ahead of SP from the gun. This match changed rooms because both teams against each other, at the same time, in WSOP, and I just feel Straight Shots will have there better players around for the double match up, and will be able to manage both matches a lot better then Sexy Poolerz
Prediction - 5-3 Straight Shots in PRO, and 4-2 in WSOP
Monday @ 6pm - Miscues @ Dead Strokes
This equation holds true, an Ant loss = an MC loss. Whether it was an off night for the MC crew or Break and Run were just rolling, MC were fortunate their loss didn't do them any harm in the conference as they continue to stay one game ahead of second place for the top seed. As per Dead Strokes, they're last in their conference, but would be first if they were in the other. Does this mean DS will have no issue against MC? If they can get both Corey and Ashton to show for this match, then a win for them would be of 0 surprise, but otherwise? It'd be tough pickings. It's very rare Ant loses back to back interleague games, and by the looks of it, xlx_nerd.herd_xlx hasn't done the same yet either in his early career. Those two joined by Ben, Safdar, and probably James shouldn't have an issue if the two stars for DS don't show and seeing as how Ashton hasn't played a game in well over a week for DS, MC should be able to bounce back.
Prediction - 5-3 Miscues
Tuesday @ 7pm - Freedom @ Break and Run
Well well, don't you hurt my head Freedom. Break and Run are showing that they are still the class of PRO, well, Jordy is anyways. Jordy has won 47% of their games in this young season, and with Ross by his side they've won a combined 73%, not bad. I earlier asked if it's even worth predicting Freedom anymore with their inconsistency and overall randomness (They're called Fringle in CIP, why... ) it's not hard to bet against Break and Run whom I believe have never lost to Freedom in PRO, are on fire, and with Dina wanting to do nothing more then defeat Freedom any chance she gets, should be no wondering on how this will turn out.
Prediction - 5-1 Break and Run
Thursday @ 7pm - Pool Fiction @ Pool Dragonz
Like the Tuesday match, this could very well be one-sided. Pool Fiction are good, that's simple, no complex equations needed like MC. Kalpz and Brian have been leading the way, with more then enough talent by their side every week. Pool Dragonz though came close last week, but prior to that, weren't close at all. Pool Dragonz have an issue of starting matches off well, which puts them in a hole they can never seem to recover from. They certainly have the talent in Hani, Joe, Drew, DJ and even (yes... even) Pommy to defeat Pool Fiction, but nothing goes according to plan these days does it?
Prediction - 5-3 Pool Fiction
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Week Three
Last weeks results:
Miscues defeat Sexy Poolerz 5-2 - With their top two players combined for a 6-0 record, MC is certainly shaping up to be a force as expected, their win over a surprisingly strong SP squad is a marquee victory, and will be interesting to see what SP can do in a bounce back effort this week.
Dead Strokes defeat Straight Shots 5-4 - After Ashton almost carried them in week one, the return of Corey paid great dividends as he carried his squad to a win over a sputtering Straight Shots team. There's no excuse for SS to be doing this poorly with the amount of talent they have, and it's hard to write them off already as last season they started off poorly as well.
Pool Fiction defeat Freedom 5-4 - Close match like always it seems, but by the looks of it Freedom only showed with 3 players, Petey wasn't there so that may explain it. Freedom can't depend Petey every match to organize it if they look to do well in such a short interleague season. As per Pool Fiction, great win here moving forward into this week.
Break and Run defeat Pool Dragonz 5-1 - A lot less competitive then it should have been, but by the looks of it what it lacked in competition, it gained in drama. See Peter Laveau's blog for that spiel.
MVP Standings (as it is oh-so useful):
fr_Sabre Girl - 5-2
bnr_xlx_skill_xlx - 4-0
ds_Hockey_Kid - 3-0
mc_ant8br - 3-0
mc_lxl_nerd.herd_lxl - 3-0
ds_sin-e - 3-1
fr_Travis - 3-1
ss_fhm_champion - 3-2
ss_baracka.flocka - 3-2
The top 6 from last week (who show here) went a combined 4-2 this week.
Monday @ 6pm - Break and Run [2-0] @ Miscues [2-0]
Mondays still suck. Both sides are coming off relatively easy weeks where neither side were pressured, but it sure will change this week. Break and Run has been led by none other then Jordy who for the second week has gone 2-0 to help keep Break and Run at the top. Much was made in the off-season about who Break and Run were going to recruit to fill all the voids players left them when they went else where, and while they do have a good supporting cast, it's Jordys team and he's not complaining. This week though, he'll need his teammates to step up because there's arguably only one person who can carry a team week after week, and he's on the other side. Ant, joined by Nerd and Ben among others have had a relatively easy start going 10-5, and they've played PFN, which speaks volumes about their talent. With Ant at the helm you know the top 5 available for the match will be playing so Jordy & co. will have their work cut out this week.
Prediction - 5-3 Miscues
Tuesday @ 6pm - Freedom [1-1] @ Sexy Poolerz [1-1]
Both squads started off the season with a solid week 1 showing, but both sides also failed to do much in week 2. With Freedom only bringing 3, but being able to push PFN to a game 9 really shows how Freedom are a true force this PRO season and with a solid 5 every week, the only thing that could stop them from winning it all is their captain not showing up to get a team together. SP on the other hand, brought a similar 5 against MC this past week but failed to get the wheels going early and just couldn't compete. This match is pretty interesting as both sides know each other fairly well, so Bev will need to capitalize on matching up well in the first 5 games, and hope her boys can hold on for the win, but coming off a UIC Championship, I doubt Freedom will slow down anytime soon.
Prediction - 5-3 Freedom
Tuesday @ 7pm - Straight Shots [0-2] @ Pool Fiction [1-1]
So here we have two teams, both in very unfamiliar territory. Straight Shots are rarely ever below .500, sure it's early, but I need something to write about do I not? Ditto with Pool Fiction, you're used to seeing them at the top, undefeated until late in the season, but here we see them 1-1, but at the same time they've easily had the toughest schedule to start the season, so Kerry, is it time for you to catch fire and build a streak off of last weeks win? Very plausible given Straight Shots slow start to this season, but they also started last season off very slow and caught fire to finish the season. This isn't an ideal opponent to start a streak against but if Straight Shots want to prove they're a title contender, Ben will need to take this seriously as falling into an 0-3 hole to start a 10 week season is far from ideal, unless they want the toughest road possible to the finals. Both squads roll with similar line ups week in and week out so look to see Ben, Justin and Nhan roll with the likes of Brian, Jamie and Brent. Beyond those 3 probables, I really feel SS has a better supporting cast and looking at PFN's struggles against Eba from Freedom last week, I do see Straight Shots bouncing back and putting PFN into a hole early on.
Prediction - 5-3 Straight Shots
Thursday @ 7pm - Pool Dragonz [0-2] @ Dead Strokes [1-1]
Uh-oh, is PDZ going to go all WSOP-like on our asses and just not win a game at all? Drew & co., will need to get their act together and soon if they look to take advantage of a struggling SS squad and make an early push for the playoffs. PDZ have a limited roster and have lost Brice for the season as he transferred to SP, so who will fill the void for the depth-lacking PDZ team? Drew will need to find someone and fast other wise this could be a long 10 week season for them. DS on the other hand are taking great advantage of the carry system with 2 players holding 66% of their overall wins, imagine if they both played in the same match week after week. Dead Strokes more often then not have multiple question marks surrounding their team, but if the first 2 weeks is anything to show us, this Dead Strokes side is definitely one that could be hanging around the top of their conference all season long.
Prediction - 5-3 Dead Strokes
Miscues defeat Sexy Poolerz 5-2 - With their top two players combined for a 6-0 record, MC is certainly shaping up to be a force as expected, their win over a surprisingly strong SP squad is a marquee victory, and will be interesting to see what SP can do in a bounce back effort this week.
Dead Strokes defeat Straight Shots 5-4 - After Ashton almost carried them in week one, the return of Corey paid great dividends as he carried his squad to a win over a sputtering Straight Shots team. There's no excuse for SS to be doing this poorly with the amount of talent they have, and it's hard to write them off already as last season they started off poorly as well.
Pool Fiction defeat Freedom 5-4 - Close match like always it seems, but by the looks of it Freedom only showed with 3 players, Petey wasn't there so that may explain it. Freedom can't depend Petey every match to organize it if they look to do well in such a short interleague season. As per Pool Fiction, great win here moving forward into this week.
Break and Run defeat Pool Dragonz 5-1 - A lot less competitive then it should have been, but by the looks of it what it lacked in competition, it gained in drama. See Peter Laveau's blog for that spiel.
MVP Standings (as it is oh-so useful):
fr_Sabre Girl - 5-2
bnr_xlx_skill_xlx - 4-0
ds_Hockey_Kid - 3-0
mc_ant8br - 3-0
mc_lxl_nerd.herd_lxl - 3-0
ds_sin-e - 3-1
fr_Travis - 3-1
ss_fhm_champion - 3-2
ss_baracka.flocka - 3-2
The top 6 from last week (who show here) went a combined 4-2 this week.
Monday @ 6pm - Break and Run [2-0] @ Miscues [2-0]
Mondays still suck. Both sides are coming off relatively easy weeks where neither side were pressured, but it sure will change this week. Break and Run has been led by none other then Jordy who for the second week has gone 2-0 to help keep Break and Run at the top. Much was made in the off-season about who Break and Run were going to recruit to fill all the voids players left them when they went else where, and while they do have a good supporting cast, it's Jordys team and he's not complaining. This week though, he'll need his teammates to step up because there's arguably only one person who can carry a team week after week, and he's on the other side. Ant, joined by Nerd and Ben among others have had a relatively easy start going 10-5, and they've played PFN, which speaks volumes about their talent. With Ant at the helm you know the top 5 available for the match will be playing so Jordy & co. will have their work cut out this week.
Prediction - 5-3 Miscues
Tuesday @ 6pm - Freedom [1-1] @ Sexy Poolerz [1-1]
Both squads started off the season with a solid week 1 showing, but both sides also failed to do much in week 2. With Freedom only bringing 3, but being able to push PFN to a game 9 really shows how Freedom are a true force this PRO season and with a solid 5 every week, the only thing that could stop them from winning it all is their captain not showing up to get a team together. SP on the other hand, brought a similar 5 against MC this past week but failed to get the wheels going early and just couldn't compete. This match is pretty interesting as both sides know each other fairly well, so Bev will need to capitalize on matching up well in the first 5 games, and hope her boys can hold on for the win, but coming off a UIC Championship, I doubt Freedom will slow down anytime soon.
Prediction - 5-3 Freedom
Tuesday @ 7pm - Straight Shots [0-2] @ Pool Fiction [1-1]
So here we have two teams, both in very unfamiliar territory. Straight Shots are rarely ever below .500, sure it's early, but I need something to write about do I not? Ditto with Pool Fiction, you're used to seeing them at the top, undefeated until late in the season, but here we see them 1-1, but at the same time they've easily had the toughest schedule to start the season, so Kerry, is it time for you to catch fire and build a streak off of last weeks win? Very plausible given Straight Shots slow start to this season, but they also started last season off very slow and caught fire to finish the season. This isn't an ideal opponent to start a streak against but if Straight Shots want to prove they're a title contender, Ben will need to take this seriously as falling into an 0-3 hole to start a 10 week season is far from ideal, unless they want the toughest road possible to the finals. Both squads roll with similar line ups week in and week out so look to see Ben, Justin and Nhan roll with the likes of Brian, Jamie and Brent. Beyond those 3 probables, I really feel SS has a better supporting cast and looking at PFN's struggles against Eba from Freedom last week, I do see Straight Shots bouncing back and putting PFN into a hole early on.
Prediction - 5-3 Straight Shots
Thursday @ 7pm - Pool Dragonz [0-2] @ Dead Strokes [1-1]
Uh-oh, is PDZ going to go all WSOP-like on our asses and just not win a game at all? Drew & co., will need to get their act together and soon if they look to take advantage of a struggling SS squad and make an early push for the playoffs. PDZ have a limited roster and have lost Brice for the season as he transferred to SP, so who will fill the void for the depth-lacking PDZ team? Drew will need to find someone and fast other wise this could be a long 10 week season for them. DS on the other hand are taking great advantage of the carry system with 2 players holding 66% of their overall wins, imagine if they both played in the same match week after week. Dead Strokes more often then not have multiple question marks surrounding their team, but if the first 2 weeks is anything to show us, this Dead Strokes side is definitely one that could be hanging around the top of their conference all season long.
Prediction - 5-3 Dead Strokes
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