There are some serious match-ups between the heavyweights in the strong AL: Can the Angels follow their 100-win season by finally defeating the Red Sox? Are the Rays going to prove themselves as one of the best young teams ever, or will the streaky-Chi Sox roll them with their veteran poise? The answers lie within...

There is no secret that people are losing a lot of money in the US right now. Consider that alongside the state of several conceivably insolvent NHL franchises.

The National League Divisional showdowns are set: Dodgers-Cubs and Phillies-Brewers. Enjoy grades for each pitching staff, the bats and bullpens including what difference-maker is flying under the radar. Picks follow the breakdowns for both series.

From the material researched and posted previously comes an audio version of the 2008-2009 NHL Eastern Conference outlook. Listening is leisurely, so do it.

The final installment features the Northwest Division, which will come down to a very tight 3-horse race. That level of competitiveness which has existed among the Flames, Canucks, Oilers, Wild and Avalanche will eliminate their odds at a high seed in the West, but condition them nicely for playoff-style hockey.

According to Baltimore Ravens LB'er, they might be. Some people might be above taking shots at the CFL, but this guy wasn't. Tell it like it us, and people will listen.

Take nothing away from Cleveland Indians ace Cliff Lee and his amazing comeback season, but the race for the AL Cy Young is ALOT closer than you think.

The pre-season of the NFL won a large victory yesterday. The month-long dog-and-pony show that fans, players and coaches alike screamed to have abolished stepped up and punched them right in the throat and taught the league a lesson: use me wisely, or else...

Western Pacific Division: Another powerhouse that with certainty will rival their Eastern Atlantic foes in terms of overall calibre of play. The Ducks, Stars, Kings, Coyotes and Sharks will have some epic battles which won't stop in the regular season. Read on below to find out who is best positioned to stand atop the rest.

To open the Western Conference, I honour the champion Red Wings and the rest of the CENTRAL DIVISION. Find out what changes in the off-season will being about for the Wings, Preds, Blackhawks, Blues and Blue Jackets.

You have the support of every human being having witnessed a Major League Baseball game since the Negro Leagues, in addition to anyone excluded above with the capacity to wipe their own ass.

The Dirty Southeast Division -- Say what you will about the worst division in hockey, it still contains Alex Ovechkin, Eric Staal and Vinny Lecavalier. Find out everything you need to know about whats good in '08-'09 with the Caps, 'Canes, Bolts, Panthers and Thrashers here.

The Northeast Division -- There exists some formidable competition in a division which could match the 3 playoff teams it generated last year. Find out whats good in '08-'09 with the Leafs, Habs, Bruins, Sabres and Sens below.

Predicting the future is a challenging business. It is governed by many of the same factors that determine the outcome of our own life. See how they mirror one another alongside a detailed breakdown of the 08-09 Eastern Atlantic Division.

A viewing guide for those interested in setting their TVO's months in advance. Priority is assessed on a scale we are all familiar with: intoxication.