The World Series

I've decided not to let an 0 for 2 in the LCS round stop me from predicting the World Series, so there. After all, this is somewhat of a compelling series since you have (no longer arguably) the hottest team in postseason history going up against a team which was the favorite to win it all, but on life-support just a week ago.

First, a note about the Colorado Rockies lengthy layoff. Contrary to what some people believe, I don't think this will shake them up much at all. Remember, they had a lot of time off between the NLDS and NLCS. I thought it would cause them problems, but 4 games later, we all learned better. So my thinking is, 5 days off...9 days off...the Rockies will have the same swagger and focus. That said, here's why I think Boston wins this thing, but not easily.

The Rockies, while on a run for the ages, haven't played a team like the Red Sox yet. They just haven't. The Arizona Diamondbacks don't compare, and the Philadelphia Phillies most certainly don't. With all due respect to Brandon Webb, they haven't faced a pitcher like Josh Beckett, yet (or even a veteran like Curt Schilling). With all due respect to Jimmy Rollins, Chase Utley, and Ryan Howard, the Rockies pitchers haven't had to contend with the likes of Dustin Pedroia and Kevin Youkilis, followed by Papi and Manny. And with much appreciation towards the fans in Arizona and Philly, there's something about playing in Fenway Park.

I don't think the Rockies will be pushovers- far from it. Their lineup in formidable, their defense is top-notch, and their pitching- much-improved. But my thinking is it's only going to take one loss for Colorado's confidence to wane a little bit, and for this team to come back down to Earth. That's why I'm taking the Sox in 6.