The World Series is in the books and the San Francisco are the unlikely world champions despite the better, though almost non-existent, efforts of the Texas Rangers. After the last drop of champagne was sprayed in the Giants’ clubhouse and Tim Lincecum smoked the first of many joints on the night, I thought it would be a good idea to look back on the series through the magic of TV screencaptures. So here’s a look at the best images captured from the TV coverage of the fall classic. Continue reading
Baseball
Sunday Link-Off: I’m Han Solo
Since there wasn’t a Wednesday linkdump last week, I’ll try to make up for it with Sofia Vergara and Minka Kelly at the start of this one.
I don’t think the Celtics are going to go far this season (I call it The Shaq Effect) but I think this Nate Robinson guy has a future. He’s already pranking the team’s stars. (Red’s Army)
Coming soon to a free porn site near you is the Tiger Woods Sex Tape. I’ll believe it when I see it. (Radar Online)
Alex Anthopoulos came into the season as a rookie GM. With his first season at the helm of the Jays in the books, here’s a look back at his last year. (National Post)
After the jump, Ovechkin tops Crosby again, awesome celebrity endorsements and some amazing Star Wars songs (including the Han Solo song). Continue reading
Sunday Link-Off: In Jeopardy
I haven’t watched the show yet but here’s Running Wilde’s Keri Russell.
Sports writer and blogger Jelisa Castrodale recently went on Jeopardy and proceeded to lay a beat down on a Jeopardy legend. Here’s her recap of the experience. (Out of Bounds)
Jose Bautista hit his 50th dinger of the year last week. The question remains: Is he clean? Well, here’s a far more intelligent examination of the situation than one Damien Cox will give you. (Joe Posnanski)
And your other fun baseball fact of the day: Before the Cubs had Steve Bartman, they had Al Bundy. (Slanch Report)
After the jump, ESPN’s new sideline reporter template, epic fan takedowns, and Cliff Clavin on Jeopardy. Continue reading
Wednesday Link-Off: Baseballing
The Miss Universe pageant was earlier this week so let’s kick off with the winner Miss Mexico Jimena Navarrete.
The big story of the week is that the financial statements of some MLB teams were leaked. Not surprisingly, even without a cap, everyone’s profitable. (Biz of Baseball)
In other baseballness, here’s a list of the top ten fictional home runs of all-time. (ESPN) Yes that Jeter one is on there too.
Looking for an athlete to follow on Twitter? Might I suggest someone from this list of lesser known athletes who are worth a follow. (Steady Burn) Personally, I’ll recommend The Iron Sheik.
After the jump, karma bites Mariotti, details on The Force Unleashed 2, and a new Slap Shot trailer recut. Continue reading
Wednesday Link-Off: Going, Going, Gone
Two for the price of one to lead off this linkdump. On the left is Kendra Andrews with her sister Erin. You might have heard of one of them.
Madden 11 drops next Tuesday. I’m excited about Gus Johnson being the new voice of the franchise but there is more to the game than that. (IGN)
Of course, there is one famous name that won’t be in this game. Yes, Brett Favre retired… Maybe. (ESPN Media Zone) Of the 13 of their own analysts, notice how 12 are sucking up to Favre. Schefter is the only one that knows how this’ll play out from here. Just like the rest of us. So, back before Week 1 or Minnesota’s bye week?
And one famous name that will be in the game but won’t be playing in real life is Albert Haynesworth. Well, I’m assuming that they force him to pass that conditioning test. It’s so easy that reporters are doing it. (Out of Bounds)
After the jump, baseball follies, congrats Lisa Simpson, and The Oregon Trail movie trailer. Continue reading
Wednesday Link-Off: Nerd Off!
To celebrate the end of Comic Con, here’s my highlight of the convention, Blake Lively.
By the by, you can get all of Jackie’s coverage of this year’s Comic Con by clicking here.
I hope that Japan wins the bid for the 2022 World Cup. They’re promising games shown with life-size holograms. (Gizmodo) See, you’d be wasting your money on a 3D TV. Just wait another dozen years before you plunk down your cash.
The only thing better than life-size holographic soccer will be spectacular Icelandic soccer celebrations recreated by life-size holograms. (Deadspin)
Remember that list last week of the best ballpark food at each stadium? Well, you may want to consult this list of health code violations at North American stadiums before going to the concession stands. (ESPN)
After the jump, softball on TV, scads of video game links, and the ultimate Ultimate Frisbee catch. Continue reading
Wednesday Link-Off: Hard Time
Today is a first for the WLO. It’s our first incarcerated leadoff girl with Lindsay Lohan who went to prison yesterday.
I said that the death of George Steinbrenner was a sad day for baseball but the death of actor James Gammon is worse. The man was the greatest movie manager in history. (With Leather)
Speaking of the Boss, does he deserve enshrinement in the Hall of Fame? (The Big Lead)
And here’s the story of a straight man playing in a gay men’s softball league. (The Good Men Project)
After the jump, more about The Decision, a Bill Murray interview, and Taiwan’s take on the iPhone. Continue reading
Sunday Link-Off: Unpredictable
Leading off today’s edition of the SLO is Alessandra Ambrosio.
Heading into today’s World Cup final, it looks like the players won’t be the gamebreaking factors. Adidas’ “Jabulani” football has been proven by NASA as being unpredictable. (FanHouse)
I’m not a fan of all these crazy stats invented by eggheads that try to tell us who the best players are in every sport. Fortunately, David Berri is far more eloquent in dissecting what’s wrong with these ridiculous stats. (MGoBlog)
Need a new vacation spot? Have you thought of going to lovely Lake Jonathan Toews? (Puck Daddy)
After the jump, scads of baseball links, more on King James, and Kristen Stewart is a gifted actress. Continue reading
Sunday Link-Off: Playing Ball
It’s Independence Day down in the States. I won’t be doing an eye candy post today but here’s Erin Andrews as consolation.
What happens when the local sports media can’t get a hold of their World Cup goat? They go after his mother. (Kotaku)
The question among sports fans for the last week has been where will Kovalchuk sign. No, I’m just kidding. It’s where will LeBron sign. Maybe his Facebook feed will provide some insight. (Slate)
Last week, I ran a NYT profile of Olivia Munn which was written for no apparent reason. This week’s profile is sort of timely because the Wimbledon finals are today. It’s a look at (zombie) tennis star John Isner. (New York Times)
After the jump, baseball links, send Bieber to meet Kim Jong-Il and Vuvuzela Hero. Continue reading
Wednesday Link-Off
Sportsnet is running day-old episodes of The Daily Line before the evening edition of Connected. The show sucks but at least it has Jenn Sterger.
My newest favourite on Twitter, Pulitzer Prize winner Buzz Bissinger, explains why he’s on Twitter and why he’s so angry. (The New Republic)
James Blake made an early exit from Wimbledon yesterday but he had some help. The ESPN sideline reporter tried her best to distract him. (Fanhouse)
Another thing Republicans will try to use against Obama: He hates the wave. (Power Line)
After the jump, some World Cup links, scads of baseball links, and a new Top Gear trailer. Continue reading
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