Having seen 21 consecutive Beanpots I am reasonably sure this is
accurate: although the matchups are predetermined forever, the sequence
of games is selected so that the game with greater interest, ie a more
interesting matchup based on current records etc, determines who plays
the first game.
 
Arthur Berman, [log in to unmask] recalling a cheer from the
70's, "What do we eat?  Eagle meat."
GO BU!!!