As we start the month of May, September feels like a distant entity we do not want to discuss. The weather in Wisconsin is just starting to improve, and school is about to finish. No one wants to think about the doldrums of fall, apparently including the General Manager of the Packers Ted Thompson.

This column is not designed (exclusively) to bash Thompson for his handling of the NFL draft. After the last two seasons, I’ve acquired enough faith in Thompson that I give him the benefit of the doubt; at least to see how his choices perform throughout next season. The question is, when the Packers starts play in September, will anyone be watching.

As May begins, the Milwaukee Brewers have the best record in baseball. Let me repeat that, as I thought I would never have an opportunity to say it; the Brewers = best overall record in baseball! The Brewers have always excelled in April, but this year there is a sense it may be their year. They might finally get back to the playoffs, and even have a chance to contend for a pennant.

So assuming both teams continue along their current trajectory, what happens when they vie for our attention in the moth of September?
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