Dodgers Offense is Offensive
We're ten days into June and it's not looking like a good month, for the Dodgers' offense has been the epitome of futility. I'd say they've hit a new low, but that would imply that they could hit anything at all. In the ten games played this month, the team is averaging a pitiful 3.3 runs per game, often wasting magnificent pitching performances in the process.

Take yesterday for example, when Derek Lowe went the full 9 innings, gave up only 1 run (a Matt Stairs solo homer) but still lost as his offense was shut out by Shawn Marcum, Scott Downs, and Casey Janssen. Yeah. I've never heard of 'em either. The Dodgers had 8 hits, but stranded 9, and left two innings with the bases loaded having not scored a single run. It's amazing D-Lowe hasn't gone Perez on anyone yet (Carlos or Odalis, take your pick).

The Dodgers are now 2nd to last in the National League in homers, triples, and slugging percentage, and have fallen 1.5 games out of first place. Juan Pierre looks like $45 million down the toilet, Nomar hasn't homered since the Reagan administration, and Jeff Kent looks like he's about ready to cash in his social security. Watching them makes me want to vomit.

Gilbert a Goner?
Gilbert Arenas said today that he will opt out of his contract when given the option after next season. He has expressed his desire to remain in Washington, although it doesn't hurt to fantasize. Would Gilbert really turn down a max contract offer from the Los Angeles Clippers? Would the Grant High School product pass up the opportunity to return home and play in front of his family and friends on a good team?

The Clippers are a perfect fit for him since, let's be honest. There's no real future for him with the Wizards. They're not going anywhere with the frontline they have. But with Elton Brand and company, they'd be a force. Sam Cassell is ready to retire and Shaun Livingston might not ever play again. Gilbert would definitely move the Clips into championship contention. The only problem would be clearing some cap space (i.e. trading Tim Thomas).