USCL Week 8 Predictions (ver. 2)

PHILADELPHIA vs NEW YORK

Should be a close match on every board, but the Knights ought to be able to pull out a squeaker.

Prediction: Philadelphia 1.5 - 2.5 New York

NEW JERSEY vs CAROLINA

Stupid model makes an idiotic prediction. Why did I promise to listen to the model no matter what? I'm an idiot and a traitor.

Prediction: New Jersey 1.5 - 2.5 Carolina

MIAMI vs DALLAS

On one board, the model calculates the difference in adjusted rating to be 79 points (which is a draw), and on another board, the model calculates the difference in adjusted rating to be 80 points (which is a win). Too close to call, but the model calls it anyway.

Prediction: Miami 1.5 - 2.5 Dallas

BALTIMORE vs BOSTON

Despite Erenburg's mighty play, Baltimore hasn't really had a run of great results this season. Unfortunately for them, the trend continues.

Prediction: Baltimore 1.5 - 2.5 Boston

CHICAGO vs QUEENS

What a psychological ploy by Chicago this week! Early on, they announced that the infamous Tate would be playing board 2. So, it forced Queens to make a decision -- should they play Lenderman on board 2 or board 3? Queens opted for a Lenderman - Tate showdown.

Prediction: Chicago 2.5 - 1.5 Queens

SAN FRANCISCO vs TENNESSEE

San Francisco throws up an A-line up, and Tennessee counters with Ehlvest on top board. San Francisco will pull away from the rest of the field this week.

Prediction: San Francisco 3.0 - 1.0 Tennessee

SEATTLE vs ARIZONA

Despite what Nakamura says, Seattle does get respect. Especially when he's playing board 1. The Sluggers will prevail with a big win.

Prediction: Seattle 3.0 - 1.0 Arizona