- The limit is usually 120 for a starting pitcher. Doubt Jim Leyland will have Justin Verlander throw many more than that. Can't imagine him letting it get into the 140-to-150 pitch area. If that were the case, Jose Valverde and Joaquin Benoit would be available today.

- Nelson Cruz is up thiscioming inning. He has to be the ALCS MVP so far, right?

- Josh Hamilton is a great hitter, not only in terms of raw power, but very good situationally. His double late in yesterday's game and his single last inning are proof.