Week 1 Preview

Ahhh Opening Day! Don't you love it. Can't you feel the energy?

The weekly previews have returned, and on we go!


Match of the week
Bob (0-0) vs. Joe (0-0)
Info: A rematch of last season's championship, we the fans are treated to this entree in Week 1. The trash talk from Bob this week has made it all the more intense. Word on the street is Joe is not happy at all.
What to watch for: Will Bob's early-season injuries play a role, especially this week where games are staggered?
All-time series: Bob 4-2
Prediction: Bob 12-8

Mismatch of the week
Jack (0-0) vs. Adam (0-0)
Info: One of the highest-ranked teams in the preseason power rankings vs. one of the lowest. Plus, Jack has never lost to Adam in his career. Doesn't become more of a mismatch than that.
What to watch for: Can Adam get out to a good start? It's crucial, but it won't be easy with a first-week match against Jack.
All-time series: Jack 6-0
Prediction: Jack 14-5

Upset special of the week
Shea (0-0) vs. Rick (0-0)
Info: Hard to go balls to the wall with an upset pick for week 1, but what the hell. I'm buying into the hype of Shea's team. For now. I'll quickly jump off the bandwagon.
What to watch for: Rick has stacked the deck with pitching, but will that bite him this week where there's a lot of off days for hitters, and starting pitchers might only get one start?
All-time series: Rick 5-1
Prediction: Shea 11-9

The rest of the week
Andy (0-0) vs. Hal (0-0)
Info: Hal makes his debut to the league, taking over for the league's worst manager last season.
What to watch for: Will Hal catch on quickly? It's not your normal set of categories and strategy, so how long will it take for the newbie to adjust?
All-time series: N/A
Prediction: Andy 12-7

Chris (0-0) vs. Ken (0-0)
Info: Chris has set lofty expectations for himself this season, and he hasn't been this excited about a team in a long time. Ken, on the other hand, is staggering. He's been hit by a big injury and is second-guessing his draft.
What to watch for: If Chris gets in a hole, how quickly will we see a name change from Bronx Bombers to Bronx Bums? It seems like a staple of his each year.
All-time series: Chris 4-1-1
Prediction: Chris 11-6

Mike (0-0) vs. Dave (0-0)
Info: If this game were broadcast on FOX, about 2% of our viewing audience would see it. Two of the league's bottom-feeders last year.
What to watch for: Will Dave put one of his two injured guys on the DL at some point? Will he cut Jermaine Dye, who isn't on an active roster?
All-time series: Mike 4-2
Prediction: Mike 10-9