Playoff Pulse

As promised, here’s the update on the playoff situation and who you should be pulling for in the upcoming games.  I hope to make this a weekly thing, so look for it every Wednesday. 

First things first, Saturday’s game against the Dynamo in Houston has been postponed until October 15 due to Ike.  This should give the Quakes some extra rest after a very physical and bruising game last Saturday (though they’ll have to make it up with a Sat-Wed-Sat marathon later on, with the Wed being the rescheduled game).  On one hand, this break might mess up their rhythm, but on the other hand, the Quakes seem to be tiring a bit, so all in all, it looks to be a fortunate turn of events.

Ok, now for the upcoming games:

New York – Columbus (Thurs): Not vitally important, because realistically we don’t have a chance at a wildcard spot, but let’s go for a Columbus win just in case.

Toronto – Kansas City: Battle of the East basement dwellers.  A tie is the best result just to keep them down.

New England – Colorado: Let’s hope the Rapids aren’t about to go on a run.  We need the Revs to go to Dick’s and beat them. 

Chivas – Real Salt Lake: A draw would be ideal, as it would keep both teams within 3 points. 

D.C. – L.A.: Again we should really be hoping for a draw, but again, I’m hoping D.C. torch the Scum.

Dallas – Chicago: Take ‘em down, Fire. 

We should come out of this weekend with a better idea of what we need to get out of the last few games, which will be good motivation for the absolutely vital match-up against Salt Lake on the 27th.  I will probably say it a million times from now until then, but that game is absolutely vital.  We must win. 

For Quakes fans, you can take the weekend off, watch LA’s incredible winless streak continue, have a tailgate at home, sing Quakes songs in the comfort of your home or whatever else makes you happy.  I will be using the opportunity to wake up early (once again) and watch Newcastle lose (once again).  Why do I do this to myself?  I just don’t know. 

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