Don’t you guys miss ol’ Cliff right about now? I know I do. I’ve grown accustom to reading his series previews just as much as you have. But our man is still on his honeymoon over in Italy (he returns on Sunday). I’m not much for predictions and previews myself, but I’d be remiss if I didn’t point out what heads are saying about the Yankees-Tigers match-up in the ALCS. Dig the linkathon:

Tyler Kepner, Steven Goldman, Joel Sherman, John Donovan, Dayn Perry, David Pinto, Rany Jazayerli, SG, ESPN, Mitch Albom, Mike Plugh, Sam Borden, Ben Kabak, Don Amore, Steve Lombardi, and Brian Borawski.

There, that should get you started. Yo, I’m mad excitable and it’s not even 9 a.m. Another October, another chance for the Yanks to make a run at the title. These are good times indeed. I’m trying to stay calm and enjoy every moment of it, cause I know it won’t last forever. It’s been another great season for the Yanks and another great season here at Bronx Banter with all of you guys. I look forward to watching the playoffs unfold along with you. And that’s word to Big Bird.

Let’s Go Yan-Kees!