NASCAR Update:
Sad News…1972 Cup Champion Benny Parsons has died. The 65 year old had been diagnosed with lung cancer in July and the subsequent treatment cost him the use of his left lung. Parson entered a North Carolina Hospital on December 26th due to complications from cancer.
Congratulations to Tony Stewart who won the 21st annual Chili Bowl this past weekend.
According to jayski.com, DEI has signed Jeff Earnhardt to a development deal. Jeff is the son of Kerry Earnhardt and grandson of Dale Earnhardt.
David Gilliland was the fastest on the opening day of Daytona Testing for Nextel Cup Group B.
Monday’s Speeds
1. David Gilliland (38B) 48.625 sec/185.090 MPH
2. Jeremy Mayfield (36A) 48.687 sec/184.854 MPH
3. Jeff Gordon (24A) 48.716 sec/184.744 MPH
4. David Stremme (40) 48.720 sec/184.729 MPH
5. Regan Smith (39B) 48.759 sec/184.581 MPH
6. Juan Pablo Montoya (42) 48.762 sec/184.570 MPH
7. Clint Bowyer (07B) 48.798 sec/184.434 MPH
8. Denny Hamlin (11A) 48.811 sec/184.385 MPH
9. J.J. Yeley (18A) 48.853 sec/184.226 MPH
10. Elliott Sadler (19A) 48.875 sec/184.143 MPH
Giants Update:
The New York Giants are expected to announce the promotion of Jerry Reese to General Manger, taking over for retiring Ernie Accorsi.
NFL Playoffs:
Saturday’s Scores
Indianapolis Colts 15
Baltimore Ravens 6
Philadelphia Eagles 24
New Orleans Saints 27
Sunday’s Scores
Seattle Seahawks 24
Chicago Bears 27 (OT)
New England Patriots 24
San Diego Chargers 21
Around Sports:
Baseball
Dontrelle Willis and the Florida Marlins agreed on a one year, $6.45 million contract.
The 2009 All-Star game will be played at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, MO.
Hall of Famer and former Atlanta Braves commentator, Don Sutton will become the new TV analyst for the Washington Nationals.
Football
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Matt Hasselbeck revealed that he played the final eight games with two broken fingers in his non-passing hand. Luckily for Matt, after the Seahawks loss, he’ll have some extra time to let his hand heal!
Random Quote: "David Beckham is going to be some sort of film actor living in Hollywood."
-Real Madrid Team President Ramon Calderon (si.com)
Around the World:
A winter storm which has dumped rain/ice/snow across the nation is blamed for 41 deaths and 100,000s of power outages.
Senator Barack Obama (IL-D) has taken the initial steps to run for President in 2008.
Popo in my crib News:
Naomi Campbell pleaded guilty to misdemeanor assault of her maid on Tuesday. Ms. Campbell was ordered to pay her maid’s medical expenses, complete five days of community service and attend anger management classes. Watch out Naomi, because the popo are on your tail! (AP)
Celebrity Tid Bits:
Last night the Golden Globes were handed out. Among the winners, was Helen Mirren who won two statues, one for Best Actress in a TV/Mini Series her role as Elizabeth I and the other for Best Actress in a Drama for her role as Elizabeth II. Jennifer Hudson and Eddie Murphy won Best Supporting trophies for their roles in Dreamgirls. Sasha Baron Cohn won for Best Actor in a Comedy or Musical while Meryl Streep picked up Best Actress in a Comedy or Musical. On the TV side, "Grey’s Anatomy" was named Best TV Series Drama, while "Ugly Betty" was named Best TV Series Comedy. Congratulations to America Ferrera, for her win as Best Actress in a TV Series Comedy.
TV ALERT: "American Idol" begins tonight at 8 PM/est on Fox
Jennifer Anniston will join BFF Courtney Cox on an episode of “Dirt.”
Dierks Bentley’s latest video, “Long Trip Alone” is available at cmt.com. It will start airing on TV January 18th.
Happy Birthday Kate Moss (33), Sade (38) and Debbie Allen (57).
It’s been fun blogging with you,
Kate
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