World Series 2009

Well, we finally have our 2009 World Series matchup set, and it's time to once again attempt to see into the future. But first, how were the League Champions decided? Let's see...

ALCS

Prediction: Yankees over Angels, 4-1
Result: Yankees over Angels, 4-2

I wasn't too surprised to see the Angels put up a reasonable fight; they're a very good team. Still, this one wasn't too hard to pick. From the beginning it seemed like the Yankees were in complete control. They have the strongest team overall, and it'll be tough for any team to beat them at this point.


NLCS

Prediction: Dodgers over Phillies, 4-3
Result: Phillies over Dodgers, 4-1

I really thought this series was going to be much closer. The Phillies proved me wrong once again, as they overpowered the Dodgers in 5 games. Their offense is great, but their starting pitching has been the key to their success so far. Their bullpen is their weakness, but it did not hurt them in this series. The Dodgers just weren't able to stop the Phils.


World Series: Philadelphia Phillies vs. New York Yankees

This looks like it could be a very interesting series, even to a Mets' fan (though I can't say I'm rooting for either team.) Both teams have shown their dominance throughout the first two rounds of the playoffs, though the two teams are very different. I think that in the end, the Yankees' offense will not be as easily stopped as the Philles' offense, and that this will give New York the slight edge. Keep in mind that if the Yankees go with a three-man rotation, two-thirds of that rotation is left handed. Though small, this factor certainly may have an impact on the production of the Phillies' heavily left-handed lineup. And although the Phillies' pitching has been very good so far, the Yankees are certainly a greater challenge than the Dodgers or the Rockies. I expect this series to be decided in six games in favor of the Yankees.


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