Yesterday, I was home sick. Yuck! So I spent the day catching up on “The OC” and “The Office.” Then I did a mini “Everwood” marathon. I’m becoming totally obsessed with TV shows on DVD.
Braves Update:
Braves first baseman Adam LaRoche has been traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates for left-hander Mike Gonzalez pending a physical. It is suspected that two other minor leaguers are involved. The deal will be announced on Friday. I'll be sad to see Roche go, but at the same time, we still need some good arms in the bullpen. (atlantabraves.com)
NASCAR Update:
Kurt Busch was the fasted in AM practice while DEI rookie, Paul Menard paced PM practice on Wednesday.
AM
1. Kurt Busch (2A) 47.074 sec/191.188 MPH (this number seems a little off)
2. Jeff Gordon (24A) 48.755 sec/184.596 MPH
3. David Stremme (40) 48.842 sec/184.268 MPH
4. David Gilliland (38A) 48.901 sec/ 184.045 MPH
5. Juan Pablo Montoya (42) 48.966 sec/183.801 MPH
6. Kyle Busch (5A) 48.984 sec/183.733 MPH
7. Denny Hamlin (11A) 48.989 sec/183.715 MPH
8. Michael Waltrip (55A) 48.998 sec/183.681 MPH
9. David Reutimann (00A) 49.020 sec/183.599 MPH
10. Jeremy Mayfield (36A) 49.055 sec/183.468 MPH
PM
1. Paul Menard (15A) 48.103 sec/187.099 MPH
2. Kyle Busch (5B) 48.189 sec/186.765 MPH
3. Kenny Schrader (21A) 48.294 sec/186.359 MPH
4. Regan Smith (39A) 48.359 sec/186.108 MPH
5. Mike Wallace (09B) 48.437 sec/185.808 MPH
6. David Ragan (6A) 48.442 sec/185.789 MPH
7. J.J. Yeley (18B) 48.452 sec/185.751 MPH
8. David Reutimann (00B) 48.455 sec/185.739 MPH
9. Kenny Wallace (78B) 48.462 sec/185.713 MPH
10. Jeff Gordon (24B) 48.480 sec/185.644 MPH
Braun Racing announced an alliance with Biagi Brothers and ppc racing. Braun Racing will field three Toyota Camrys in 2007 with Jason Leffler (38), Dave Blaney (32) and John Andretti (10) at the wheel. (nascar.com)
Random Quote: "I've done all I can do. Now it's up to her…But, whatever happens, I'm really proud of her and how she's evolved. It's just good to know that whenever I step out of the seat, the Force name is going to go on with Castrol and the NHRA in this great sport with Ashley and maybe even with her sisters, Brittany and Courtney." – John Force on his daughter Ashley competing in NHRA Funny Car drag racing division (usatoday.com)
Around Sports:
Baseball
Aaron Rowand avoided arbitration by signing a one year deal with the Philadelphia Phillies worth $4.35 million. Can’t wait to spend my birthday with the Atlanta Braves and Aaron Rowand!
Former Atlanta Braves first baseman, Fred McGriff was hired as a special advisor by the Tampa Bay Devil Rays.
Basketball
It didn’t take long for Chris Webber to find a new team. Days after being bought out of his contract with the 76ers, Webber moved onto the Detroit Pistons. Webber will make veterans minimum to play with his hometown team.
College Football
Sad news…South Florida running back Keeley Dorsey died after collapsing following a team workout. The freshman football player was only 19 years old.
Around the World:
Who says the United States doesn’t pay its membership dues for the UN? Unlike other countries that pay by cash/credit, the US prefers to pay by forgiving diplomat’s traffic tickets, $18 million worth to be exact. Diplomats enjoy certain immunities that say allow them to kill other people and not be charged. Didn’t you love that “CSI:Miami?” (AP)
The House of Representatives passed a new bill that will lower interest rates on need based college loans on Wednesday. The Bill which was passed 356-71 would cut the interest rate from 6.8% to 3.4%.
A Madrid court has sided with a blind driver? An insurance company has been ordered to pay $500,000 Euros to Merino, who was caught speeding by police officers 10 years ago. Merino, who lost his eye sight after a car accident, asked his wife to take a drive along an area he knew “like the back of his hand.” She obliged. (AFP)
Beijing’s Forbidden City may close down its only Starbucks after a growing backlash of the America Coffee Shop in the former Imperial Palace. I guess I’ll have to cross Beijing off of my list of places to visit. After my trip to Italy two years ago, I realized I can only travel to places where I can find a Starbucks! (Reuters)
Popo in my crib News:
Michael Vick’s reluctance to part with a 20 oz. bottle of water may lead to bigger troubles for the Atlanta Falcons QB. Authorities noticed a hidden compartment on the water bottle that contained residue of a substance similar to marijuana. Vick was able to board a plane heading to Atlanta, sans-water bottle of course. No charges have been filed. Watch out Michael, because the popo are on your tail! (AP)
“That’s So Raven” star Anneliesse Vander pol has pleaded no contest to DUI stemming from a July 10, 2006 arrest. Watch out Anneliesse, because the popo are on your tail! (tmz.com)
Celebrity Tid Bits:
Lindsay Lohan has entered rehab. (Insert your joke here.)
Brad Cotter, former “Nashville Star” winner has signed with Adobe Road Records. His first CD with the label is expected to drop this spring.
Keith Urban has been released from a rehabilitation center and is now planning a world tour.
NBC has cancelled daytime soap, “Passions.” It did re-up comedy hits “My Name is Earl” and “The Office” as well as “Heroes” and “Law & Order:SVU” for the 2007-2008 season.
TV ALERT: Catch Bill O’Reilly on “The Cobert Report” tonight on Comedy Central at 11:30 PM/est.
TV ALERT: It’s time to welcome back Oscar on tonight’s episode of “The Office” at 8:30 PM/est on NBC
TV ALERT: Only six episodes left before we have to say goodbye to “The OC.” The countdown begins tonight at 9 PM/est on FOX.
Happy birthday shout outs to Samantha Mumba (24), Jesse L. Martin (38) and Kevin Costner (52).
It’s been fun blogging with you,
Kate
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