Derek Jetershot down last week's New York Post story claiming that he's engaged to Minka Kelly, because obviously you wouldn't want a nasty, vicious rumor like that spreading. Undeterred, the Post is now reporting that Alex Rodriguez and girlfriend Kate Hudson recently bought "matching straw hats for $45 each." Seriously, that's the lead item in a gossip column.
A chart showing every major Seinfeld character and how they all connect? That's gold, Jerry. Gold.
I'm excited to see the Seinfeldquasi-reunion coming up on Curb Your Enthusiasm this season, and in the meantime you can study the timeless wisdom of Larry David.
Britney Spears' ex-husband Kevin Federlineappears to be on the Aaron Gleeman diet.
I'm interested in writing a book about living on nothing but General Tso's chicken and Oreo Blizzards for an entire year. So far no publishers have stepped to the plate, but we do have a cover photo ready.
Not only can new Red Sox pinch-runner Joey Gathrightjump over parked cars, he probably could've snapped Julian Tavarez's neck like a twig a few years ago and instead restrained himself.
Assuming that the Twins don't re-sign the washed-up remains of Orlando Cabrera to play shortstop next season, calling the Brewers about J.J. Hardyseems like a good idea.
My colleague Bert Blylevenwrote an article this week about Joe Mauer's awesomeness. Can't wait to hang out with Bert at the NBCSports.com holiday party.
Best guest on Adam Carolla's podcast this week? You guessed it, Frank Stallone.
Speaking of podcasts, Bill Simmons' guests this week included a pair of my all-time favorites, Artie Lange and Tony Kornheiser. Both were great interviews, for completely different reasons.
And speaking of Carolla, his wife sent me a message via Twitter, which made me strangely giddy.
I'm pretty sure that the Timberwolves won't do much winning this season, but with Kurt Rambis, Bill Laimbeer, and Reggie Theus on board their coaching staff is going to be very interesting.
We just completed the second season of Gleeman World 2 in WhatIfSports.com's Hardball Dynasty game and it looks like we'll have some franchise openings. Hardball Dynasty is not a fantasy baseball game, but rather a simulation of running a fictional MLB organization from rookie-ball to the majors. It's incredibly detailed and time-consuming with a steep learning curve, so first and foremost we're looking for owners who've played Hardball Dynasty in the past, although anyone is free to express interest.
Finally, because going with Otis Redding for every AG.com-approved music video could get old, this week's choice is Sara Bareillesdoing a great cover of his classic "Sittin' On the Dock of the Bay":
