The Milkmen started their season by losing their first four games and were the last team to enter the semifinal round by winning their last four remaining matches in the eliminations for a five-win, five-loss card.
Alaska was able to secure the services of Derrick Hamilton, who last played for the Pepsi Hotshots back in 1990, as their import in the Commissioners Cup.
The Realtors had beaten the Milkmen in three meetings in the conference prior to their series but Alaska surprisingly had an easier time scoring a 3–0 sweep and march into their fourth straight finals appearance.
Sean Chambers returns anew and the Alaska Milkmen are ready to defend the title they won from last season.
[4] The Milkmen watch the Juicers stumbled and lost their last three semifinal outings while giving the San Miguel Beermen a free ride to the championship series.