Change in plans: I'll be home, after all

Softball's loss is your gain today, as the wonderful Western Washington rain has sent me back indoors, relegated to watching the NCAA Tournament regional finals from the comfort of my couch.

Can you detect the sadness in my voice?

What that means for you, my faithful reader, is that I'll be posting throughout the two regional finals as they unfold with the thoughtful analysis you've come to expect. In the meantime, check out the post that immediately follows on Mariners' 2006 first round draft choice, Brandon Morrow, who's pushing hard for a roster spot coming out of spring training.