Moseley: Seattle and Atlanta in World Series ■ Continued from Page 21 The pairing of Central Divi sion champion Cleveland and wild card entry New York should be this year’s least ex citing matchup. The one-two punch of David Cone and Andy Pettite, two excellent pitchers, along with the atmos phere of Yankee Stadium, should take New York to an early 2-0 lead. But they’ve choked before in that situation, and don’t be sur prised to see them do it again. Cone should be able to pitch a Game 5, though, and the Yan kees will win, 3 games to 2. The year’s best playoff series will start in Seattle, where the Mariners host the Eastern Divi sion-winning Baltimore Orioles for two before finishing with three at Camden Yards. With sluggers like Rafael Palmeiro, Jay Buhner and Ken Griffey Jr. going toe to toe for five games anything can happen. But Seattle has shown to be a team of destiny in postseason action, however, and should win this series of slugfests, 3-2. The NLCS will be another cake-walk for the Braves, who should beat Florida in five games, but the ALCS should fea ture the games best and most un likely rivalry, Seattle and the Yankees. These two teams have shared a mutual dislike since the Mariners' stunning comeback from an 0-2 deficit to beat the Yankees in the 1994 playoffs. And this series shouldn't dis appoint even the casual fan. I see a spirited series that goes to Seattle in six. That leaves the World Series, and it should be one for the ages. Pitting baseball's best pitching staff, in Atlanta, against the games most explosive offense, in the Mariners, this series should help rekindle the flame of fan dom in even the most bitter of poststrike protesters. Featuring a bullpen that’s shakier than Candlestick Park during the '89 Series, Seattle will make sure that every game is interesting. But Randy John son guarantees two Mariner vic tories, and if Jeff Fassero and company can notch two other quality starts, Mariner manager Lou Piniella should find himself at the helm of his second World Series Championship of the 1990s, only this time it won’t be a sweep. Seattle in six. But then again, what do I know? Rob Moseley is a sports reporter for the Emerald. It’s not like we’ll give you the answers. Well...yes it is. Standardized tests are predictable. Understanding them is what Kaplan is all about. BEGINNING NOW FOR FALL AND WINTER EXAMS 720 E. 13th #303 expert teachers superior materials smart technology proven results 1 -800-KAP-TEST www.kaplan.com are registered trademarks ol their respective owners. •Course names Be an Owner of the Best Non-Bank In Town! Checking • Loans • Free Campus ATMs Visa Check & Credit Cards • Internet Banking EMU Kiosk • Free Incoming Wires and much more! U-Land'O Credit Union the University’s Credit Union since 1956 See us in the EMU during back-to-school or visit our Campus Branch at 11th & Ferry! U-Lane-0 Credit Union Serving UO students, faculty, staff, family of members, and others. Call for membership information! 687-2347 • 1-800-365-1111 www.ulaneocu.org *1*^* r* Kxrx for you {A* of C>r*jo/\ <A. f tickets r ’ , . A/ic* pzopU. \xrzcs.\ tKiiviCJt.. • < Travel Council CIEE: Council on International Educational Exchange f University of Oregon In the EMU Building Eugene 877 1/2 East 13th Street Eugene (541)344-2263 Your Bookstore Alternative J Drafting/Engineering Supplies J Graphic Art Supplies J School Supplies J Furniture / Self Service Copies 10% DISCOUNT TO STUDENTS '■ (Not applicable on copies, sale prices or furniture) CHAPMAN m BROTHERS« ZldimtMf cmA Ojftct CifuipmttU Three generations strong Next to Starbucks 1733 Pearl Street, Eugene 6861333-FAX 686 1344 Hours: 8-5:30 M-F, 10-2 Sat. ' ■ QUARTER POUNDER.* with Lettuce & Tomato Campus Location 659 E Broadway (off Franklin) •weight before cooking 4 oz. |l 134 g) ■ For a limited time