Put More Coal on the Fire

Ahh, the gas man.  Thanks, Tony.  Ooops, gas men.  Introducing the new right-handed model: Justin Masterson.  Way to steal another win from Fausto, guys.  Less that 2 weeks left.

On the someone who's had it worse than the Tribe front, Oakland A's 1B prospect Chris Carter (#28 preseason in Baseball America) broke an 0-for-33 streak last night.  An 0-for-33 streak to start his career!  That's just about the only way to be pleased with an .029 average.  I'm told it is the 3rd longest stretch by a non-pitcher to begin a career in modern baseball history.  The Padres Joey Hamilton holds the all-time record, pitchers inclusive, at 0-for-his-1st-57.  Take solace, Chris. Take solace, Luis Valbuena.

Little Engine that Could

Your Columbus Clippers are now the undisputed AAA National Champions.  Jason Kipnis, who hit for the cycle in the deciding game against Durham, all but did it again tonight, failing only to single.  He did draw a walk.  Close enough.  Jared Head added 3 hits and 4 ribs.  In fact, every Clipper has at least 2 hits, save Wes Hodges (0-4).  David Huff pitched well enough and the bullpen (Putnam, Judy, Pestano) showed up.  A dominant 12-6 victory.  3 cheers!

Pretty Girl 09.21.10 - Giada de Laurentiis

The only reason that I watch the Food Network.

Jumping the Tracks

Reggie Bush broke his leg fumbling a punt last night.  Out 6 weeks.

Andy Reid is a big liar.  Michael Vick will start week 3.

Everyone's favorite butterfingers (#17) got pulled over for overtinted windows and blew a .16.  Nice DWI, Braylon.  I'm sure all of us here on the North Coast will be ready and willing character witnesses.

2nd year Broncos receiver and South Carolina all-time receptions leader, Kenny McKinley died of a seemingly self-inflicted gunshot wound on Sunday.  It's a tough world.  Thoughts and prayers to his friends and family.