You have to say this: Michigan finds a way.  They have played one complete game in the NCAAs – against Texas A&M.  The rest of the games have been offensive struggles with their defense being consistently tough throughout.  Last night’s first half will not go into the time capsule – that’s for sure.  Moe Wagner kept them in the game along with Matthews.  SU says Jordan Poole must get more minutes – he is the offensive spark – and that whatever you lose on defense is worth it.  He was the key in the 2nd half and scored on two quick driving lay-ups to provide some offensive firepower.  Against a team like Loyola that switches on everything, you need to drive the ball to the basket.  As we all know, not every player is good at that.  He can efficiently do it.  SU felt that if they could just get the lead in the 2nd half, Loyola would fold.  They are a scrappy team with no size that had a terrific run.  Great story.  So, where will the Loyola coach be next year?  No doubt he is destined for something bigger.

Villanova is a stud team and a heavy favorite tomorrow night.  No weaknesses.  However, SU says that they played their best game last night blowing out Kansas.  Rained down 3s from all over.  SU says sometimes teams fall in love with the 3-ball and if you are off, then it’s a different game.  Maybe, just maybe, that will be the case tomorrow night.  Michigan should be loose – few will expect them to win.  I feel this may be a closer game than one would expect.  Or not…  SU would have much preferred facing Kansas.

So, what does a $200 million payroll get you?  If you are the Yankees, you are down to 3 healthy outfielders for the next week with Judge in centerfield.  Billy McKinny ran into the wall yesterday and is now on the DL and Aaron Hicks is already there after pulling something on opening day.  Ellsbury does not come off the DL until next weekend from his latest paper cut injury – for $22 million a year, the dude cannot stay healthy.  SU does not like playing Judge and Stanton next to each other in the outfield – that is a collision waiting to happen and nothing good will come from that.  Adam Warren took a line drive off his ankle yesterday.  Andujar was called up – this is the chance for the youngsters to shine and take advantage of these opportunities.  The issue is that with the 40-man roster, you can’t just call up some random minor league player without releasing someone from the 40-man roster who can then be picked up by an team.  SU says Cashman will be conservative and hope for rain every day this week.

Todd Frazier with a 2-run double for the Mets – could he be the signing of the year?  SU says no.  Settle down.  The Mets are off to a quick 2-0 start and their starters are pitching to form.  That is the key for them plus avoiding injury.

Trey Burke with 18 points and 15 assists last night – 1 turnover.  How is he not your starting point guard next season?

Novak Djokovic has split with Andre Agassi. Ominous sign for his comeback.  He may be officially done both physically with the elbow and mentally.  Unless you are Roger Federer, you have to appreciate the moment because you can’t guarantee your health (see David Wright).