Playoffs Week 3: Monday's report

First base is a tradition-rich position for LGM. Juan Francisco's
predecessors are Anthony Rizzo, Yuni Betancourt and Ike Davis.

STUDS: Francisco Liriano (Misfits) got the win and struck out 13 in 7 shutout innings against the whiff-happy Padres. Jose Fernandez (AL) struck out 8 and allowed 1 earned run in a 6-inning win. He also singled and scored. Jeff Samardzija (GGG) allowed 1 run and struck out 5 in a complete-game win.

DUDS: Jordan Zimmermann (AB) allowed 8 runs and struck out 5 in a 5-inning loss. Juan Francisco (LGM) struck out in all 4 at-bats and left 5 runners on base. Welcome to Lawyers, Guns & Money, Juan!

NOTE: Cubs OF David DeJesus was acquired by the Nationals on waivers, but the Nats have since placed him on waivers themselves. Stay tuned.

Semifinal scores

Misfits 46, Arbitration Losers 42
Manwaring a Muumuu 25, Pitch You Blockhead 13

Consolation scores

Fresh Fish 29, Silver State Sagebrushers 2
Testosteraun Braun 22, Lawyers, Guns & Money 21
Going Going Gonzo 47, Rookies 17