If you're reading this, you're probably well aware that today is the first full day of NCAA tournament games. So to help you out click here to stream video of all the action. And here (then click the panic button) for a good cover-up if your boss walks in. First game starts at 12:20, so get all the work you can possibly get done before then oh and grab a sandwich or some popcorn too it's going to be a couple of hours in front of monitor without the ability to take bathroom or snack breaks so you have to be ready.
Baseball Update:
Yesterday's drama filled morning for the Red Sox has come to a close after the pay dispute was resolved. Although apparently, the Padres and Dodgers got paid in snickers bars for their trip to China. Is it wrong that I'd almost rather that than $40,000?
Speaking of Red Sox, they sent Bartolo Colon to Minor League camp.
Don't feel bad Bartolo, the White Sox reportedly put Juan Uribe on waivers and he didn't even know about it.
So the Dodgers are kind of screwed after losing Andy LaRoche on a freak play, the Dodgers maybe without Nomar Garciaparra after an MRI revealed a microfracture in his hand. Looks like someone is need a third baseman.
Kerry Wood missed a one-inning relief appearance for the Cubs due to back spasms.
The Kerry Wood may have also been having a little fun on Tuesday when members of the team pulled their own episode of "Punk'd" on strength coach Tim Buss by wrecking his 1995 Nissan Sentra and then giving him a brand spanking new Nissan Xterra. Of course, they let him dwell on the trashed old car for a while before presenting him with his new gift.
Jeff Francoeur is hoping to get back on the field on Thursday after being beaned in the face over the weekend. For more Braves new head over to our Braves Blog.
James Shields will have the honor of being Tampa Bay's Opening Day starter.
Meanwhile, the Rays lastest punching bags, the Yankees have decided to put Joba Chamberlain in the bullpen for the start of the season.
They also beat the Pirates 12-9 in the first ever night game at McKechnie Field.
Mets pitcher John Maine struck out seven in his three inning appearance during their 3-1 win over the Indians.
The Nationals have quite a pair on their roster in reformed rapper Lastings Milledge and hopefully a reformed all-around bad guy Elijah Dukes. Otherwise they made a couple of bad trades in the off season.
Barry Bonds wants to play in the Majors this season. And it would be super great if someone picked him up so I wouldn't look like such a dork in my Over/Under post.
And who says Miss America's aren't relavent anymore. This year's winner 19 year old Kirsten Haglund will sing the national anthem at Opening Day in Comerica Park. Ok maybe relavent isn't the word, but I wasn't actually sure this thing still existed, so I guess it's more like good PR.
In honor of the Big Dance, mlb.com is offering up their own version of the old bracket game featuring the best in baseball movies. Click here to fill our your bracket.
Nascar Update:
Even though last weekend's race at Bristol was Dale Jarrett's last points paying race, it won't be the last time we see him in a Cup car this season. Jarrett is planning on competing in the All-Star race at Lowe's in May. And if you're looking for tickets for his final race, you're in luck. Lowe's is offering a $44 two day package in honor of the former Champ. I bet they're wishing he was still in the 88 car.
Instead of heading to Colombia or going to the Carribbean during the Cup Series off weekend, Kyle Busch is heading to Nashville to race in the Nationwide Series. And really, why shouldn't he, if you were on a hot streak like his, you wouldn't want to do anything to mess it up.
Of course reigning Daytona 500 winner doesn't feel quite the same as Kyle, because he'll be fishing this weekend.
Apparently Greg Biffle is on an upswing. Or maybe it's luck. Personally, I think he's a tad overrated, but then again, with a season like he's having, I'm just the kind of person he's trying to prove wrong.
Petty Enterprises has decided not to swap points between their two teams.
Brian Vickers is minorly crazy. Like in that ADD kind of way, like a nothing is ever exciting enough kind of thing that I personally do not suffer from. No I'm almost the girl in the bubble circa John Travolta not Jake Gyllenhaal, now that was a terrible remake.
Popo in my crib News:
I think the Steelers maybe turning into the Bengals of 2008 after wide receiver Cedric Wilson was charged with assualting his estranged girlfriend at the Patron Mexcian Grill on Wednesday night. According to his gf Lindsay Paulat, Wilson allegedly noticed her at the bar, pushed her and then punched in her face before leaving the eatery. Maybe it was a relatiation for their January incident, although I would in no way condone such an act against a female no less. But the pair do have some bad blood between them. Watch out Cedric, because the popo are on your tail!
UPDATE: The Steelers have released Cedric Wilson one day after his arrest. See crime doesn't pay!
Remember when you're parents ragged on you for hanging out with that loser (insert name here) because they would only bring you down. Well Virginia Tech running back Branden Ore is learning that the hard way. Ore's supposed friend Tony Majette was convicted of possessing crack cocaine with the intent to distribute. While Branden was never charged or convicted in the crime he was riding in the car when the pair were pulled over in 2006. After meeting with team officials, it was decided that instead of redshirting Ore for the 2008 season, he'd be better off moving on. Or as his facebook profile says "making life decisions." Got to love Facebook. Either your getting fired from your job for a picture found on your profile or they're using it for official quotes. Watch out Branden, because the popo are on your tail! Well actually your freind Tony's tail!
News & Notes: The Heat have hit a new low besting even the crappy Knicks with their 96-54 loss to the Raptors...LeBron James earned his money in the Cavs 89-73 win over the Pistons...Allen Iverson was cheered in his first game back in Philly since being traded. Unfortunately his team wasn't able to help him out in the Nuggets 115-113 loss to the 76ers...UCONN has self-reported a second violation in recruiting basketball player Maya Moore...The Islanders will be without goaltender Rick DiPietro for the remainder of the season after he undergoes surgery on his hip...Minnesota Wild defenseman Kurtis Foster broken his leg after running into the boards in a collision with the Sharks Torrey Mitchell in the Sharks 4-3 win...If you left last night's Sabres/Lightning game early you missed out on all the fun. Buffalo was able to score six goals in the period leading them to a 7-4 win...The Devils maybe leading the Eastern Conference, but they are certainly not leading MSG's Metro Ice Challenge after failing the Rangers 2-1 in a shoot-out...Highly touted High School player Terrelle Pryor has chosen Ohio State...The new unified Open Wheel series is breeding new rivalries. How excited are you for the start of the new season because I'm freaking out!
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It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
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