A few clerical things:Tomorrow we will update this site live during the Opening Day game in very much the same manner as last October's NLDS. Since it's the first game of the season, we figured "why not?"
One enhancement I'm working on is a chat box for readers to send instant messages during the live posts/game. The problem right now is that this platform doesn't support certain Java applications, so it looks like the IM feature is out... for now.
Nevertheless, we will accept (and encourage) comments and e-mails during the game to discuss outcomes and certain strategery.
So get ready.
In the meantime, here are the long-awaited predictions for the National League in 2008 offered without analysis.
In other words, take it for what's worth:
East 1. Mets 2. Braves 3. Phillies 4. Nationals 5. Marlins
Central 1. Cubs 2. Brewers 3. Reds 4. Astros 5. Pirates 6. Cardinals
West 1. Diamondbacks 2. Padres 3. Dodgers 4. Rockies 5. Giants
NLDS Mets over Diamondbacks Cubs over Braves
NLCS Cubs over Mets
World Series Cubs over Red Sox