Comcast is a little embarrassed by the “blackout.” That’s nice. I’m surprised Mayor Daley didn’t sound the air raid sirens in panic.

Phil Rogers says that Scott Podsednik needs to play more like Grady Sizemore. He needs to play less like Scott Podsednik is what he needs to do. Everybody blames his lack of production on his injury, but this is the way he played for the Brewers all year last year. He’s just not very good.

Tyson Chandler finally signed his big contract. Now his back can go out for good.

Darius Songalia is coming to Tyson’s press conference on Friday and so is the newest Bull Malik Allen. But the Bulls haven’t signed Songaila yet. Right? Sure.

Walleye might play on Sunday. In the world of the NFL “might” means will.

Chad Johnson’s a good player, but somebody’s going to shut his big yapper for him. He called out Mike Brown yesterday (never a good idea) and says he’s going after Jerry Azumah. Only, he’s likely to spend a very long day wearing Charles Tillman like a cheap suit.


Mariotti puts down the doughnut to revel in another Sox loss
(their ninth in 13 games). He didn’t write yesterday. Hmm.

Matt Lawton finally earned his keep in New York yesterday.

Lou Piniella will not be back to manage the Devil Rays next year. Let’s hope Dusty needs a replacement this winter, but that it’s not Lou.

Charlie Manuel left Ryan Howard in to face a lefty last night. All he did was hit the game winning grand slam. It looks like it’s down to the Astros and Phils in the NL Wild Card. The Cubs will have something to say about it. Let’s hope they get their heads out of their asses in time.

The Wizard of Roz is trying to calm the Sox masses. Why? A month ago they were dreaming of the World Series, now their only hope is to avoid the biggest collapse ever and then try to save face by not getting swept in the playoffs. Ooh, feel the excitement!

Rafael Palmeiro’s trying to blame his positive test on a teammate. Maybe Sammy peed in his cup?

Jayson Stark says Travis Hafner should be in the AL MVP discussion. I don’t think the Sox would argue. He’s gotten hot again at just the wrong time for the White Sox. He might sweep the Royals by himself.

America’s finest news source says George Bush is preparing for the worst now that Cindy Sheehan’s other son has drown in New Orleans.