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Next year's already here--who'll make it in '06.(Instant expert: Your cheat sheet for the World Series ... and beyond)

The Sporting News

| November 11, 2005 | Reid, Shawn | COPYRIGHT 2005 Sporting News Publishing Co. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Picking next season's playoff field a week after this year's World Series requires boldness. That's why we're going with the Braves in the N.L East-no one sees that coming, right? But we also see the Yankees missing the postseason for the first time in more than a decade.

A.L. East: Red Sox. The offense can survive if Manny Ramirez is traded, and there is enough pitching to hold off the Yanks.

A.L. Central: White Sox. There is no guarantee Paul Konerko will be back, but at least Ozzie Guillen is sticking around.

A.L. West: A's. Oakland almost won the division in 2005. If the hitters can match the rotation, you can eliminate the "almost" in '06.

A.L. wild card: Indians. Upgrades at first base and in right field will boost a potent lineup, but the pitching makes Cleveland a playoff team.

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