Can The Demons Finally Lick The Tuques?
#5 Denim Demons (11-3-2-1) vs. #12 Tuques (8-9)
Location: Corlears North, 3:00 PM
All-Time Series: Denim Demons lead 6-1
2008 Result: Week 15 - Tuques 3, Denim Demons 2
Game Notes: For the second straight year, the Denim Demons enter the playoffs as the fifth seed. Although they appeared nearly invincible throughout the first part of the season, they have returned to Earth in the last few weeks. They have now lost three of their last five games, a stretch that began when they lost to the Tuques. Demons captain Adam “Legend Killer” Rubens even remarked that he is actually happy to have a rematch against the Tuques, so the Demons can enact revenge for starting this trend. However, revenge may not come easily. The Tuques are now 8-0 in games where they outscore their opponents. In addition, the 5 vs. 12 game is always a dangerous one for the favorite.
Eli’s Pick: Tuques. An upset would further enhance the best season in team history.
Derek’s Pick: Denim Demons. Rubens is too crafty to lose to the same team twice in one season.
Sean Will Be Better Prepared For This Rematch Than He Was For This Picture
#6 Dark Rainbows (11-5-1) vs. #11 Mighty Squirrels (7-7-3)
Location: Corlears South, 1:00 PM
All-Time Series: Dark Rainbows lead 5-0
2008 Result: Week 13 - Dark Rainbows 3, Mighty Squirrels 1
Game Notes: As the Dark Rainbows look to defend their BTSH Championship, they will meet a familiar foe in the opening round. Although the Rainbows defeated the Squirrels in the 2007 playoffs, the Squirrels were the only team to score a playoff goal against standout goalie Trevor “White Jesus” Tyrrell. During the season, the Rainbows struggled with Tyrrell on the disabled list and star forward John Nielsen joining the Peace Corps for the summer, but both are now back, and the Rainbows are primed for another title run. One could say the Squirrels’ season has had several ups and downs, but that person would be wrong. The Squirrels began the season undefeated through their first ten games and then proceeded to lose their next seven in a row. Whether captain Rachel “A-Korn” Greene can right the ship for the playoffs remains to be seen.
Eli’s Pick: Dark Rainbows. Two of the best goalies in the league face off in what could be the lowest scoring game of the day.
Derek’s Pick: Dark Rainbows. The Squirrels have the heart to take this one, but the Rainbows’ Nielsen and P.T. Walkley will provide too much offense.
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