How Lame is the Effort Here?

Think about how long it must have taken this guy to put this together. I mean he couldn't have done anything but sit at his computer for 9 weeks straight to make this video. But fine... I applaud effort where it is due. My question, though, is this. Why on earth would you spend this much time on such a lame finished product? He could have made this so much better for the time and effort put in. Wear a few different outfits. Make it a more interesting song. Strike a few more unique poses rather than just acting like you're having a seizure in every single shot. Less repeating the same thing over and over. So I guess I'm asking you how lame this is. Because I think it's pretty damn lame. What do you think?
Vote 1 for this is actually very cool and his effort should be applauded. Vote 5 for this is so so so so so so so so so lame.

C's Sign Nate Robinson

The Celtics added another piece to their puzzle for next season today, inking backup guard Nate Robinson to a 2-year deal that will pay him roughly $4 million per season.

Robinson was the spark plug off the bench for the majority of last year's second half, including the playoffs. The 3-time slam dunk champion seems to like his role here in Boston, and he has made lasting relationships with players such as Glen Davis. Most remember Robinson's interview in the playoffs during which he claimed he and Davis were "like Shrek and Donkey... best friends." Danny Ainge and the Celtics hope that Shrek and Donkey can continue to provide energy and efficiency off the bench during another title run in 2010-11.

Slow Start to Second Half for Sox

The outlook may be good for Boston in the second half of the season, and the injured players making their returns will most certainly feel like an incredibly rejuvenating boost. However, it wasn't the time for rejuvenation in the opener of their second half against Texas tonight, falling 7-2 at Fenway Park.

Tim Wakefield pitched just 2+ innings, allowing 7 runs (6 earned) on 8 hits. The knuckler didn't have his stuff tonight -- plain and simple. And the Rangers teed off on him. For the optimist, you can look at the performance from the Sox bullpen tonight. Robert Manuel (2.2 IP), Dustin Richardson (0.1 IP), Scott Atchison (3.0 IP), and Ramon Ramirez (1.0 IP) combined for 7 innings of shutout ball, allowing just 4 hits. Still, the Red Sox were unable to muster enough offense, getting only solo homers from JD Drew and Bill Hall for the game.

The Sox will send rookie Felix Doubront to the mound tomorrow to try to grab their first win of the second half. 

Get This Kid In The PBA!!

I have never seen anyone execute a FAIL of epic proportions better than this kid. I mean let's be real here... this was one of the worst bowling attempts in the history of bowling. But then it turned into the most stylish and eloquent strike in the history of bowling. Do this a few more times and I'd actually buy a ticket to a PBA match. Can you even buy tickets to PBA matches? I'm not sure, but I would do it if this kid could consistently do that.
PS -- Why is nobody in the background getting excited about that? If this was me I would be flipping out with everyone else, in amazement that it happened. They're all acting like it was painful to watch the ball roll through for a strike. Do these kids even know they are bowling?

Bruins Ink Campbell & McQuaid

Internet sources are confirming that the Boston Bruins have locked up defenseman Adam McQuaid to a 2-year contract. Salary figures have not yet been disclosed. The B's also signed recently acquired forward Gregory Campbell, defenseman Andrew Bodnarchuk, and forward Jeff LoVecchio. Campbell's contract was a 2-year deal like McQuaid's.

When salary figures come out, we'll be sure to note any interesting numbers. Still, Peter Chiarelli continues to stay true to his word. He mentioned during rookie development camp week that they planned to sign McQuaid and let him compete for a spot in the defensive core with everyone else. Additionally, despite speculation that they may not bother with him, Chiarelli kept recently acquired grinder Gregory Campbell. Among the few players left to re-sign, Blake Wheeler awaits the offers that come from his recent filing for arbitration. Sources say that the two sides are still working to agree on a deal without having to go through the arbitration process. If the Bruins ultimately decline the arbitration offers, Wheeler would become an unrestricted free agent.

The roster is finally starting to take its full form, and we just continue to count the days until the Boston Bruins season opener from Prague.

How Much Would You Pay for Paul the Octopus?

AOL  -  The Madrid Zoo said Thursday that it has made an offer to buy Paul, the octopus who became a pop culture sensation by correctly predicting the outcome of as many World Cup matches as he has legs - all seven of Germany's games plus the Spain-Netherlands final.


The zoo said it made the offer after receiving hundreds of requests from Spaniards for Paul's transfer from a German aquarium after Spain won the World Cup on Sunday.


oo spokeswoman Amparo Fernandez said an unspecified amount of cash was offered for the purchase of Paul, now a hero in Spain, which went wild after it won its first World Cup ever.


"We hope that within the next few days we will be able to confirm news that the admirable Paul will be part of the club of the most loved and charismatic animals of the Madrid Zoo," said a statement from the zoo.




I wish they had disclosed the dollar value on this offer. How much would you pay for Paul the Octopus? I mean, realistically, I probably wouldn't go into triple digits for him. But to be honest, I wouldn't even be surprised if he was going at 5 or 6 digits. Because that's how crazy the world is. They see that Paul is a crazy predictor, and they see that everyone loves him, so they think.... hey, we should pay like 50 grand for this guy. And over time, our investment will grow because of the crowds Paul will bring in. Well, hey, Madrid Zoo. Guess what? What happens when Paul makes his first wrong prediction? The media spreads the word, the crowds start to dwindle, and your big investment goes belly up. But like I said, I have no idea how much they're paying for him. I can't wait to find out. I just have a feeling it will be a silly amount.

Easy, Bro...

I mean, I knew there were some dumb cats out there. But come on. It really just takes 1 second of clawing to realize there is a cover on this cake. And you can clearly tell you're not making any progress at it by digging furiously. So I believe this cat just shot up the rankings on the Dumbest Cat list. He's broken the top ten until further notice.

How Lame is This Kid's "Parody"?

I'm confused; not even by the completely lame nature of this kid. But he titles this video as a "parody" of Ke$ha's song Tik Tok. However, parodies are generally spin-offs or something that makes fun of the original. All he's doing is dancing and attempting (but failing) to sing along. Am I missing something? Don't expect this video to hit mainstream. I don't think I have to explain why. Our friend with the sunglasses and slick jacket might want to keep his day job.
Vote 1 for this is actually cool and this kid will hit a million views before long. Vote 5 for this is the lamest video that has been posted on YouTube in the past 24 hours.

Most Physically Demanding Task in History

AOL  --  If they ever held a contest for the world's toughest triathlete, Charlie Wittmack would run away with first prize.


He'd also swim away with it and at least get a good head start on his bike as well.


That's because Wittmack, 36, is starting out on a worldwide triathlon that, if completed, will stand as the most extreme physical achievement ever attempted by a human.


The 11-month, 12,000-mile journey, which began July 1 in London, started with a 275-mile swim down the River Thames and the English Channel. That will be followed by a 9,000-mile bike ride from France to Calcutta, India (including a jaunt over the Himalayas), and a 950-mile run starting from sea level at the Bay of Bengal to the summit of Mount Everest.




Charlie Wittmack will be the most impressive human I've ever heard of if he completes this task. Read that fourth paragraph of the article again. 12,000 miles. A 275-mile swim. A 9,000-mile bike ride. A 950-mile run. Do you remember what running the mile was like in gym class? Or what about how daunting the sound of a 26.2 mile marathon is? Well you'd have to run 37 marathons to cover the 950-mile distance that Wittmack plans to cover. This journey is seemingly superhuman. I don't know how often he will rest or anything like that, but it doesn't really matter. You simply can't do what Charlie Wittmack is about to do. And once he is done, I think he has to run for president, right? How could you not vote for a guy this tough? I would appoint him to any job in the nation that he desired. Because I think this triathlon will prove his immortality. Officially.

Report: Ilgauskas Headed to Miami

Multiple internet sources including ESPN have reported that free agent center Zydrunas Ilgauskas will follow LeBron to his next destination on South Beach. Ilgauskas is reportedly going to sign a two-year deal later in the week. When asked about the matter, big Z's agent Herb Rudoy said "we've agreed to agree."

So, what does this signing mean? It means bad news for all of the Heat's fellow competitors. in the East. This team will be silly-good with a qualified, big, strong center. Ilgauskas did a great job for Cleveland. Now, with Miami, all he'll be asked to do is be a presence in the post. Grab some boards. Play some defense. Set picks. They don't need a big scoring boost out of him. One would assume that a lessened role will increase his performance in that role. And if that happens, you're looking at a team that will be very, very difficult to beat this season.

Of course, Pat Riley still does need to assemble a bench unit. Until this team has a full roster, I will refuse to agree that they are going to win 70+ games or go deep in the playoffs. They have five players, for crying out loud. No team with five players can win a championship. They still need to fill out the roster, and the players will need to be able to hold their own in case injury arises, or more probably, in the playoffs against the best teams in the league. I don't care who your superstars are, they will need a break at some point. And there will need to be a supporting cast that can at least hold their own if the Heat want to form that expected dynasty.

Bottom line, though, Ilgauskas is a hell of a start in building that roster.