Aces Full The New York Mets ace came through when they needed him most. They’ll need more of the same from Oliver Perez as they try to move closer to a playoff berth and continue to put last season’s historic collapse behind them.
Author: Mark
No Worries Yet An sluggish night offensively against the Atlanta Braves kept the Philadelphia Phillies from moving closer to clinching the NL East, but their recent play hasn’t given them any reason to worry yet.
Fireworks Expected Oklahoma has blown out its first three opponents of 2008. Getting another lopsided win in its next game could be a challenge, however, as the Sooners close non-conference play against a team that’s been nearly as dominant.
Bulls Road Favorite For two teams coming off victories, South Florida and North Carolina State couldn’t feel any more different about their performances last week.
West Coast Battle When Fresno State scheduled a road game against UCLA, the Bulldogs and coach Pat Hill probably didn’t figure it would look like a mere tuneup heading into the WAC season.
Tigers Believing Again Clemson entered the season with its highest ranking since 1991, and appeared capable of contending for its first BCS bowl and perhaps the national championship.
Big Ten Brawl When Wisconsin looked at its Big Ten schedule this season, it couldn’t have been thrilled to see it was the first team to ever open with the conference’s three highest-profile programs.
Wild One Facing Brett Favre in prime time, the San Diego Chargers knew they had to leave no doubt.
One More Win The Boston Red Sox will need another day for a chance to clinch a playoff berth, but doing it themselves might not be easy.
Heated Rivals Despite being in a bit of a funk, the Los Angeles Dodgers open the final week of the season atop the NL West and very much in control of their fate.