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Photo: Monsters University stars attend Giants game
On Monday, the San Francisco Giants held Pixar Night at AT&T Field.The stars of the show were undoubtedly Mike and Sulley from the upcoming movie Monsters University. Seen here are the creatures hamming it up on the field before the game.The sequel to Monsters Inc. is slated to come out June 21. Mark your calendars now.Via MLB Cut4
Did Marlins pitcher Alex Sanabia throw illegal spitball?
Miami Marlins pitcher Alex Sanabia improved to 3-6 on the season after helping lead his team past the Philadelphia Phillies, 5-1, Monday night.However, did he do so with the aide of an illegal pitch? According to these images you see above, it sure looks like it.Sanabia surrendered just one run in 6.1 innings of work, which came courtesy of a solo home run by Domonic Brown in...
Video: Fans dress up as pea pods at Giants game
Your browser does not support iframes.The San Francisco Giants boast a formidable offensive lineup. This is much certain. It's also certain, and perhaps coincidence, that four of the best hitters have last names that begin with the letter "P" in the likes of Buster Posey, Pablo Sandoval, Hunter Pence, and Angel Pagan.Well, these fans featured in the video clip above...
Sergio Garcia says Tiger Woods hasn't been honest in 15 years
Don't expect Sergio Garcia and Tiger Woods to share a meal anytime soon.The ongoing spat between the two continues to escalate after Garcia fired back at Woods in his first interview since last weekend's Players Championship. The two remain at odds stemming from an incident in which Garcia claims he blasted a ball into the woods on the 71st hole because he was distracted...
Video: Manny Ramirez imitates Michael Jackson after losing balance on swing
Manny Ramirez is the gift that keeps on giving.Seen here is the former MLB outfielder occupying more air time in Taiwan after losing his balance during a swing. As you can see, Ramirez takes a big cut on a foul ball, loses his balance, and prevents himself from falling on his backside by walking backward until he finds equilibrium again. And it appears like he's moonwalking like...
BALLSY MOVE
Tulowitzki goes below belt for handshake
It looks like Troy Tulowitzki was feeling relatively ballsy after Colorado's victory over San Francisco on Sunday. Watch as the All-Star shortstop gives out more than his teammate probably bargained for during the postgame handshake. Isn't baseball great? Via Deadspin
Alabama's broken 2011 title trophy sells for $105k
Do you know the crystal football teams receive when winning the national championship?Of course, you do. You have seen it hoisted over and over throughout the years.Well, you may remember Alabama's 2011 trophy was shattered when the father of a former player mishandled it in April 2012.Now, it appears as though the remnants of that glass relic has sold for $105,000 at an auction...
Joe Flacco signs pledge not to use "R" word
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco has signed an agreement not to use the "R" word. More specifically, Flacco has pledged not to use the word "retarded." This comes after he was grilled in February for using the term when sharing what he thought of the idea of playing a Super Bowl in New Jersey. To his credit, he quickly apologized the next day.Now, the...
Lou Piniella: Today's baseball players work out too much
It has been said before that too much of a good thing can be a bad thing.Not everyone agrees with that statement, obviously. But one person who probably does is former Major League Baseball player and manager Lou Piniella. Simply put, Piniella believes the modern baseball player works out too much. He also believes a signicant change in the way players approach strength training...
Video: Cubs fan purposefully drenches husband with beer
Your browser does not support iframes.Chivalry is dead.This video clip from Sunday at Wrigley Field serves as proof.Watch as Cubs pitcher Travis Wood launches a home run over the wall and over the outstretched arms of a fan in the fifth inning. What immediately ensues in the stands is hilarious.Keep a close eye on the lady in the top row who decides to douse her husband with a full...
TIP 'EM BACK
Pedro: Sox drank before ALCS games
While admitting it only involved taking little sips, Pedro Martinez admitted that Red Sox players imbibed on a rum concoction before 2004 ALCS games.
Celtics forward Terrence Williams arrested in gun-related incident
Boston Celtics forward Terrence Williams was arrested on Sunday after he allegedly made threats with a gun during what is being refered to as a domestic violence incident. Police took Williams into custody after he allegedly waved a gun during a verbal altercation with the mother of his child.More from the Kent Reporter:At about 1:55 p.m., officers were dispatched to meet the victim...
Video: Diamondbacks teammates combine to make circus catch
Your browser does not support iframes.Teamwork was alive and well during this play from Sunday's afternoon affair between the Marlins and Diamondbacks.The moment came in the bottom of the eighth inning when Marlins leadoff hitter Adeiny Hechavarria tried to drop down a bunt on an unsuspecting Arizona defense. This is when D'backs catcher Miguel Montero literally jumps into...
Stephen A. Smith is 'depressed' about Knicks being eliminated
Hey, aren't sports analysts suppose to be neutral?ESPN First Take co-host Stephen A. Smith is taking the fact that the New York Knicks are no longer in the playoffs pretty hard. The Knicks were eliminated in six games by the Indiana Pacers Saturday night, 106-99.Smith, who is known to be an avid supporter of the Knicks, is apparently crushed. He took to Twitter Sunday morning...
Photo: Worst Steelers tattoo of all-time?
Tattoos are often hit or miss. Some turn out great, while others turn out, well, like the one you see above.Seen here is arguably the worst Pittsburgh Steelers tattoo of all-time. It could be the worst of all-time because the circular outline is noticeably imperfect, or it could be because the fan initially forgot how to spell Steelers, only to squeeze in an extra "e" after...
Photo: Oakland Athletics affiliate gives away worst bobblehead ever
Sunday was Barry Zito bobblehead day for fans of the Sacramento River Cats.The first 2,500 fans through the gates at Raley Field received a complimentary replica of the San Francisco Giants southpaw, who spent part of 2000 pitching for the Triple-A squad as a member of the Oakland Athletics organization. Those fans who were lucky enough to get their hands on one of the miniature...
Prospect Wil Myers refuses to approach hitting like Rays want him to
Tampa Bay Rays minor league outfielder Wil Myers is regarded by nearly every baseball scout as one of the top prospects in the modern game. The 22-year-old currently sits one step away from the majors in Triple-A Durham and that has many hoping people expecting to see him up in the big show soon.However, one area of concern possibly holding Myers back is his propensity to strikeout...
Video: Tim Lincecum slips off mound while trying to deliver pitch
Your browser does not support iframes.San Francisco Giants hurler Tim Lincecum took quite the tumble on this play from Saturday.Watch as the right-hander slips off the mound while trying to deliver a pitch in the fourth inning at Coors Field against rival Colorado. As you can see, Lincecum seems to lose his footing on the rubber and subsequently proceeds to go down hard on his backside...
Michael Vick slams critics, says they know nothing about football
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick has heard enough.The enigmatic signal caller went on a Philadelphia radio show this week to give a piece of his mind to anyone who doubts his football abilities. Especially the critics who claim Vick isn't good at deciphering National Football League defenses.“I’m really tempted right now to just say ‘no comment’ to that because...
New York Mets resort to Groupon to sell tickets
The struggling New York Mets are resorting to Groupon to sell tickets.This in and of itself isn't too disconcerting. What is disconcerting, however, is the fact that the struggling franchise is including games in which should sell relatively easily without the allure of discounted tickets. Weekend games against the Atlanta Braves and the Chicago Cubs, and even the famed New York...
Video: Athletics fan makes great catch on foul ball
Your browser does not support iframes.Is there anything more exciting than catching a foul ball?Okay, so there are probably many more exciting things in life than snagging a foul ball, but don't tell that to this Oakland A's fan, who made a great grab on a ball hit by Coco Crisp Saturday night.Watch as the sure-handed fellow snares Crisp's sharp line drive and draws plenty...
DON'T ASK, DON'T TELL?
Griner: Baylor told me to keep quiet about sexuality
Former Baylor Bears star Brittney Griner recently revealed that while playing for the school, she was told to keep her sexuality under wraps.
Vince Young celebrates graduation by eating at his own steakhouse
On Friday, former NFL quarterback Vince Young achieved his lifelong dream by graduating from the University of Texas with a degree in Youth and Community Studies. Young called it his greatest accomplishment ever, ranking it even higher than leading the Longhorns to a national championship in 2006.So, how did he celebrate this momentous occasion? By treating about 40 of his closest...
Video: Jeff Francoeur continues tradition with opposing fans by visiting before game
Your browser does not support iframes.Jeff Francoeur may be the most popular player among Oakland A's fans.Of course, that may seem strange considering the outfielder plays for the Kansas City Royals. However, it's not too hard to realize why A's fans, especially those who occupy the right field seats at the O.co Coliseum, adore him so much.This weekend, Francoeur and...
Video: Angels fan tries to catch foul ball with beer, fails miserably
This is an example of how not to catch a foul ball, folks.The moment came during Friday night's game between the Angels and White Sox in Los Angeles. As you can see, the fan attempts to catch the foul ball with his his beer cup, which has actually worked for some people before, but not here, obviously.The futile try leaves everyone around him soaked with beer, instead. And worse...
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