When “rain fears” postponed the originally scheduled game between the Mathematics and Happy Little Elves, another event of even greater importance was postponed as well…Richie’s birthday. So in case you were unaware, this Sunday is now Richie’s birthday. Please bring gifts for him. Or at least wish him a happy birthday (preferably on Facebook, because he loves that).

The Mathematics claimed the title of Glanzer Division champions last Sunday with a win against the Tompkins Square Riots. However, the torrid pace they showed in the first half of the season has slowed down a little as the season winds down. This is partially due to personnel changes, as the team has lost the services of Andy Pratt (relocation) and Adam Langer (beach workout mishap) over the summer months. But they still have the Norrises, and all four scored a goal last week. Okay, so Rebecca’s goal came when she was subbing in for the Dark Rainbows, but it still counts nonetheless. And we were even credited with a goal a couple weeks ago, even though we were standing on the sidelines at the time. Yes, $h0wT!m3, that counts in the Team Emeritus (Derek and myself) versus Team $h0wT!m3 ($h0wT!m3 and $h0wJu) competition. For anyone who cares, Team Emeritus has anywhere from a two to four goal lead, but no one knows for sure because $h0wT!m3 can’t keep track of his team’s goals, despite only needing one hand to do so.

For the Elves, the Brown Division is still in play, but they need some help. In order to claim the title of division champs, the Elves must win and have both the Denim Demons (versus What The Puck) and La Famiglia (versus Cobra Kai) lose in regulation. But the Elves power structure might not have the right amount of focus devoted to this game. Richie is going to be busy with planning for his birthday festivities. And Ben Chadwick is devoting much of his time to studying the physical imperfections of limes and their impact on the flight paths of said limes when tossed. Thus, much of the captaining duties for the Elves on Sunday will fall on the shoulders of Jenna Cruff. Of course, there are “rain fears” in the forecast for Sunday, so Rich’s birthday could be postponed yet again.

Mega Touch at Gut Rot
Tompkins Square East, 12:30 pm

Who’d have thunk that a Mega-Gut Rot game in the last week of the season would have serious playoff implications? Don’t look now but if the Rotters win this one, there’s a very good chance that they will avoid the play in round for the first time in recent memory. And most of MegaTouch would be happy to just give them the win. Thank God this team has Eric Devlin as a co-captain. Mr. Intensity won’t just let his teammates phone it in. You hear that Tommy Cho, you’re going to have to get your first round bye the old-fashioned way. You’re going to have to earn it.

Gremlins at Dark Rainbows,
Tompkins Square West 12:30 pm

While Eli and Glanzer throw taunts at each other, we can’t get a ruling on whether this is a Fairy Tale Cup game or not. 

Even if it isn’t this promises to be a spirited match. The Mogwais have rediscovered their scoring touch in recent weeks and the Rainbows have begun to resemble the Rainbows of old. But don’t expect firewagon hockey here folks. Ariel and Jamie are vying for the BTSH equivalent of the Vezina (I think it’s called the Spags) so expect them to put on a show.

What the Puck at Denim Demons
Tompkins Square East, 1:30 pm

A classic BTSH rivalry enters it’s latest chapter. And thanks to Eli’s writeup we now know that there’s something at stake here. The Demons have been one of the top performers in the league this year and we don’t see their buzzsaw offense letting up any time soon. But is this the time of year when WTP actually starts playing like the team that went deep in to the playoffs the last several years. Maybe. If Larry breaks out the long sleeved Mets t-shirt, you know that his troops will take it as a sign to turn on the heat 9and also start playing hockey again).

Cobra Kai at La Famiglia
Tompkins Square West, 1:30 pm

Poutine Machine managed to hold the lethal combo of Denis and Shafiq scoreless last week (although they still found a way to lose the game. They’re obviously taking this French thing way too seriously). Will Cobra Kai be able to duplicate that feat? Who knows? Mainly because who knows who is on Cobra Kai any more. Seriously, they’re making the Columbus Blue Jackets look like marquee players. Playoff rosters are due to Tim this week. Maybe then we’ll be able to figure out who that girl is who always seems to score for them.