Explanation of Lute Olson's Absence

Lute Olson took a personal leave of absence on November 4th for undisclosed reasons. A source who has spoken to Olson has took us that it is because his son is sick. He also told the source that he is not leaving the team permanently and he will return this season.

Olson has two sons, we are not sure which one is sick or with what illness. Clearly this illness is very serious and Olson should be with his family. We wish the Olson family the best and hope that he makes a full recovery.

Lute Olson taking leave of absence from Arizona [Arizona Sports Hub]

MLB Playoffs Set, Game Pitching Matchups

If last night's game was any indication of what the entire playoffs are going to be like then put on your seat belt. That game was one of the most exciting of the year, ripe with drama, come-from-behind rallies, and a lot of controversy.

Three of the series' begin tomorrow with the Yankees and Indians starting on Thursday. Here are the pitching matchups for all the Game 1's:

Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim at Boston
Lackey 19-9 3.01 at Beckett 20-7 3.27

New York at Cleveland
Wang 19-7 3.70 at Sabathia 19-7 3.21

Chicago at Arizona
Zambrano 18-13 3.95 at Webb 18-10 3.01

Colorado at Philadelphia
Francis 17-9 4.22 at Hamels 15-5 3.39