Memorial Day weekend isn’t the time to stay in and watch sports. So, fire up the barbecue, have some fun, and certainly drive safely.
Friday
NBA: Spurs at Lakers — One word: Kobe. Bryant displayed MVP-type patience during Wednesday’s Game 1 win Wednesday, waiting until the Lakers were down a supposed insurmountable amount until igniting. Then, he showed signs of Jordan. Will it carry over in this series? No. It will go the distance. The pick: Spurs, 98-94.
MLB: Giants at Marlins — This blog will continue picking on Barry Zito until he finally wins a game. The former crafty lefthander, and one of the richest pitchers, used to have one of the best curveballs in baseball. Now, he’s relegated to being one of the biggest chumps on the hill. Perhaps the Barry Bonds situation has him concerned? It doesn’t matter, because his losing streak won’t end here. Florida always seems to get it done with youth. The pick: Marlins, 5-2.
Saturday
NHL: Penguins at Red Wings — It took Barry Melrose all week to pick a Cup Finals winner. The Gasman needs no such time. The Red Wings will raise the Cup and it will be rather easy, considering Pittsburgh’s youth and unfamiliarity with the finals. Detroit had only one hiccup during the regular season. But that geared them to demolish teams this playoffs. The pick: Red Wings, 4-2.
MLB: Rangers at Indians — Cliff Lee finally looked human when he finally lost to the Reds last week during interleague play. Perhaps that’s his kryptonite? Lee is the story of the American League so far. Having been demoted to the minor leagues last year, Lee looks as dominant (and carefree) as Randy Johnson in his prime. This is his rebound effort. The pick: Indians, 6-1.
NASCAR: Coca-Cola 600 at Lowe’s Motor Speedway — The longest race on the circuit hits when most of America is at a barbecue. Kyle Busch, who else, is on the pole, which makes for an intruiging event. Who will be able to endure the day-night transitions? Will it be a Toyota? How about a Chevy? The pick: Kyle’s brother, Kurt, who has been absent this season will win.
Sunday
MLB: Twins at Tigers — Justin Verlander couldn’t be figured out last year. He was as dominating as one of Eliot Spitzer’s hookers. But this year, Verlander can’t find his curve, fastball or changeup. He’s become the resident shell artist. Luckily, he’s pitching against a rookie with three starts under his belt. Verlander, one would believe, has to come around. The pick: Tigers, 6-5.
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