Page 10-The Michigan Daily-Thursday, March 28, 1991 WEST National League Preview EAST Dodgers to win on 'just more than a hunch' by Ken Su giura Daily Sports Writer To me, the National League West is a lot like the Brady Bunch. Six teams and six kids. First of all, let's get rid of the non-factors. The Houston Astros and the Atlanta Braves are the Cindy and Bobby of the division - too young (Atlanta) or too weak (both) to match up with their superior division ri- vals. Any ascendance from the cellar would be equaled in specter only by Bobby's inconceivable chin-up victory over Greg. Jan, the neurotic failure, easily represents the San Diego Padres. In re- cent seasons, the Padres have been predicted to win or at least finish strongly. But San Diego has responded to the call to perform with underachieve- ment and self-destruction. Managerial problems and infighting have been to the Padres what pom-pom tryouts and family portraits meant for Jan. Now, we come upon the real cast members; Marsha, Greg and Peter, or the Dodgers, Reds and Giants. First, we examine the Los Angeles Dodgers, runners-up last season to the World Champion Reds. The Dodgers seem to have everything going for them. With the addi- tions of Brett Butler and Darryl Strawberry, among others, Tommy Lasorda's level of optimism can only be matched by the excitement felt by Marsha before a groovy date. Of course, every consideration must be granted to the Cincinnati Reds, who last season swept mighty Oakland for the World Series title. The Reds, like Greg, have, all the requirements necessary for success. Cincinnati features an incredible arsenal of hitting and pitching, including former Wolverines Barry Larkin, Chris Sabo, and Hal Morris. Unfortunately, the Reds are cursed by their own taboo on their path back to glory, namely owner Marge Schott. Schott has repeatedly alienated and infuriated various team members, the latest incident involving star centerfielder Eric Davis. This leaves the San Francisco Giants, who regrettably bear no resem- blance to Peter, other than a proclivity for fisticuffs. Compare Peter's TKO of Buddy Hinton to the Giants' various rumbles with other National League teams. Any club featuring Will Clark, Kevin Mitchell, and Matt Williams - in addition to managerial mastermind Roger Craig - will always merit consideration. But with stellar pitching and a career year from a happy Darryl Strawberry, who has been removed from the torture chamber that defines New York, the Dodgers will win the division. -N- E SPO RTING IEW Cubs win! Cubs win! Holy cow! by Ryan Herrington Daily Sports Writer Fans of the Windy city will be cheering again this summer on both sides of town, with the White Sox moving into the new Comiskey Park and the Cubs picking up some extra talent in the offseason which should giv them the edge in the National League East. 1. Chicago Cubs. Signing George Bell gives the Cubs another potential all-star. The Cubs also added starter Danny Jackson to what is a fairly strong rotation, when healthy. Manager Don Zimmer must hope that pitchers Rick Sutcliffe and closer Mitch "Wild Thing" Williams stay healthy. 2. New York Mets. For the Mets to challenge for the division, their "new-look" offense must have strong pitching. With the loss of slugger Darryl Strawberry to free agency, the Mets lose much of their offense. The Mets are relying on free agents Hubie Brooks and Vince Coleman to fi some of the void left by Strawberry's departure. However, Brooks' care- best in home-runs is only 20 and Coleman's average may suffer from playing home games on natural grass. 3. Pittsburgh Pirates. The Buckos have fallen on difficult times since last October's playoffs. Both Bobby Bonilla and last year's MVP, Barry Bonds have been outspoken about the fact that they feel unappreciated in Pittsburgh. Question marks regarding their bullpen and infield also leave doubts in the minds of many that the Pirates will be the first team since the '76-'78 Phillies to repeat in the East. 4. Montreal Expos. The 'Spos were still suffering from the loss of three starters to free agency in 1989 when Kevin Gross decided to go to L.A. this winter. This leaves a young Expo team with little in quality starting pitching. The departure of Tim Raines leaves little hope for a division title. 5. Philadelphia Phillies. One of the few teams not to delve into the free agent market this winter, the Phillies should finish fifth in the division. Unless Dale Murphy can do a quick impersonation of Superman, there will be many empty seats in the Vet this summer. 6. St. Louis Cardinals. The Cards were division winners three times in the 1980s. How the mighty have fallen. What is most memorable about theirl990 season is the man who won the team and league batting crown Willie McGee, was not playing in a St. Louis uniform at the end of th season. The absence of Joe Magrane from the 1991 staff is yet another setback. Don't expect any miracles here. The Cincinnati Reds, with centerfielder Eric Davis fully recovered from his World Series injury, will challenge Los Angeles for the NL West title. W OMEN'S A.D. Continued from page 1 until Dec. 1, but I have a sense of responsibility to our incoming players," she said. "I have a sense of responsibility to the volleyball program." The North Carolina native will be responsible for the day-to-day and long-range operation and plan- ning of the 10-sport Wolverine women's program. She will addi- tionally serve as Michigan's women's athletics liaison to the NCAA, the Big Ten, and the Midwest Collegiate Field Hockey Conference. Organization seems to be the focus for the type of program that she wishes to run. "He (Weidenbach) wants an organiza- tion that operates under a tight ship. That has been a reputation of mine for years - to be organized and disciplined. And I'd like to bring that to the women's program." Bradley-Doppes has been a suc- cessful coach for 12 years and she hopes that her coaching experience p 1 7m /et ;ck mC'. t .deS f In-flight 215 S. State St. Ann Arbor 995-DEAD 01, (upstairs) will serve her well as athletic director. "I'm going to be a coaches' administrator. The only thing changing, right now, is that instead of coaching my team, I'll be administrating a new team, and that will be my coaches." Prior to her position at Mich- igan, which began slightly over a year ago, Bradley-Doppes served as the women's volleyball coach at both Miami (Ohio) University (1978-1983) and the University of North Carolina (1984-1989). Her Miami teams won two Mid- American Conference Champion- ships, and she was named MAC Coach of the Year in 1980. While at UNC, Bradley-Doppes lead her teams to two ACC Championships and won ACC Coach of the Year accolades in 1989. Look your best for Easter!! "6 Barber Stylists -No waiting Dascola Stylists opposite Jacobson's 668-9329 Krickstein lights up the Palace by Becky Weiss Daily Sports Writer AUBURN HILLS - Michigan fans who came only to see the later doubles match, which paired Pete Sampras and former Wolverine star Malavai Washington against Grosse Pointe Woods' Aaron Krickstein and Tim Wilkison, may have missed the real action. In the singles portion of the Kings of Tennis Classic at the Palace Tuesday night, Krickstein de- feated U.S. Open champion Sampras 6-4, 3-6, 7-6 (6-3) in the first match to ever go the maximum three sets in the tournament's history. Although the match was only an exhibition, Krickstein's intensity didn't waver. "Going into any match, I want to win and play my best," Krickstein said. C Playing his Krickstein feels pable of doing ankle. Now Krickstein was sixth in 1989. best is one thing he has not been ca- since spraining his ranked No. 25, ranked as high as Former Wolverine superstar Malivai Washington yesterday played an exhibition doubles match paired with U.S. Open champ Pete Sampras. "When I'm healthy, I am a legit- imate top 10 player," Krickstein said. "I've been there before and I know I can still do it." Sampras, who is also battling an injury, had the opportunity to pair up with Washington, who is la- belled "one of the most fit men on the tour." Sampras pulled his calf muscle in his February match against Andre Agassi, and was forced to withdraw from the match. "I played a lot of tennis last year, and my body is breaking down a little bit," Sampras said. Krickstein and Wilkison won the one-set doubles match, 6-3, as the strain of his injury and his draining three-set match with Krickstein took their toll on Sampras. The fact that the match was an exhibition was also obvious as Sampras made repeated unforced errors, sometimes with a smile on his face. He even tried a behind-the-back shot instead of stretching for a slightly out-of- reach backhand. True to his notoriously calm playing style, Washington was a bit more serious. Serving only two games, he had one ace and two unre- turnable serves. Sampras, who pounded 18 aces in his match with Krickstein, lost his first service game of the doubles match at love. 0 The only problem in Washington's first year on the tour, marked by a string of successes and culminating with the Rookie-of- the-Year title, may have been his limited doubles experience. "I haven't been playing a whole lot of doubles on the tour this year," Washington said. "I've mostly concentrated on improving my singles ranking." r- A n n A r b Pow wow With Nassau Community College's high calibre summer program, you can make up credits or even get credits ahead for the fall. Two sessions are available. Attend one or both and still have time for play or work. Convenient morning, afternoon, or evening classes provide you with the option of scheduling your classes as early as 6AM and as late as 8PM. + + t /i " , - This event has come to be recognized as one of the top Native American celebrations in the country. Some of the best singers and champion dancers from across the United States and Canada will be performing for up to S1S,000 in prizes and gifts. The finest juried Ind :n artwork and craft items will be displayed and offered for sale by the original artists. Come join us and share the experience. ANN ARBOR POW WOW at CRISLER ARENA DATE: Sat., March 30, 12-4:30 & 6:30-10 pm Sun., March 31, 12-6:30 p.m PLACE: Crisler Arena, corner of Stadium Blvd. & Main St. Parking available PRICE: Adults $6/day. Seniors & children $3/day. Weekend pass $10 Family rates $15/day Groups & U ,studens 50% off. CONTACT: Mike Dashner 763-9044 This summer, make plans with your friends to come home to Long Island and NCC. PW