The Washington Bayhawks were eliminated from playoff consideration for the fourth straight year despite winning their final two games of the 2009 Major League Lacrosse season. Long Island's win at Chicago allowed it to jump ahead of Washington for the final playoff spot.
Stuck at a 3-7 record with two games left, Washington needed to win out both games with Long Island losing the same to make postseason play. After closing out home play with a win against Chicago, the Bayhawks defeated Boston last Thursday 14-13 on a come from behind score from Pete Poillon.
Unfortunately, the Bayhawks still needed one last bit of help to continue their 2009 stint, help that would simply not be there. Instead of competing in the Major League Lacrosse postseason, the Bayhawks will simply serve as de facto hosts. Squads representing Denver, Boston, Long Island and Toronto will meet in Annapolis this Saturday and Sunday to determine MLL's champion.Labels: pro lacrosse, sports, washington bayhawks
