Barry Bonds’ giant, commemorative home run plaque was stolen straight off the outfield wall at AT&T Park last night in San Francisco, which is great because: The guy’s home run record is bogus anyway due to massive steroid use You’d probably have to be on steroids to gank something that big A rep for the team confirms it was boosted Tuesday night, saying, “We’re not sure what happened. We’re reviewing video, but haven’t found anything yet.” The plaque was unveiled after Bonds hit his record-breaking 756th home run in 2007. The walking BALCO clearance sale finished with 762 for his tainted career.
The U.S. government is suing Lance Armstrong for $40 million. The banned cyclist, 41, is accused of violating his contract with his team and is said to have been “unjustly enriched” while cheating to win the Tour de France. That team? The U.S. Postal Service, which “paid about $40 million to sponsor the USPS racing team from 1998 to 2004,” court documents said. Armstrong admitted to doping during all of his seven Tour wins. The lawsuit also names former U.S. Postal Service team director Johan Bruyneel and team management company Tailwind Sports as co-defendants. Lance ended years of denial in a January interview with Oprah Winfrey in which he described doping as part of the process of winning the Tour. The U.S. government announced in February it would join the 2010 lawsuit filed by ex-USPS rider Floyd Landis, who himself admitted using drugs. Tuesday was the deadline for the DOJ to file its complaint. According to the suit, the USPS paid about $40 million to be the title sponsor of Lance Armstrong’s teams for six of his Tour de France victories. It added that Armstrong’s salary during that time, excluding bonuses, was $17.9 million – which the government wants to recoup on top of sponsorship funds. “Defendants were unjustly enriched to the extent of the payments and other benefits they received from the USPS, either directly or indirectly,” the complaint said. The government also asked for a jury trial.
Savannah is using her platform to do some good in the hood… Lebron James Supports Fiance Savannah Brinson Charity Efforts Savannah Brinson, who is the high school sweetheart and fiance of Miami Heat baller Lebron James, is looking to use her spotlight to do some good. The usually low key mother of two recently ventured out in Miami and in her home town of Akron, Ohio to speak to groups of young, underprivileged girls while also donating prom dresses. via AP Big Story Savannah Brinson is about to marry someone who’s widely considered the best basketball player in the world, which means the level of privacy she’s always craved will surely continue to erode. And after years of fighting that, she has decided to embrace it as reality. Brinson — better known as the fiancée of Miami Heat star LeBron James — is starting to step more into the public eye now, with hopes that whatever level of celebrity she has can be a tool to help children who need some assistance. Her first step in that endeavor was helping to provide prom dresses for about 100 underprivileged girls in her current home of Miami and her hometown of Akron, Ohio, doing so at a pair of events in recent days. “I can’t imagine being in their situation and not have somebody help,” said Brinson, whose wedding is scheduled for this summer. “I really care. It’s really in my soul to help people, and this is the first baby to come from it. There comes a time when you have to give back.” Lebron also spoke out about his soon-to-be wife’s latest efforts, insisting that this was what she was born to do. Ever since James came to Miami in July 2010, Brinson has largely shunned the spotlight, even though her longtime partner — she and the three-time NBA MVP have two sons together and were high school sweethearts — has encouraged her to be as visible as she wants. So in recent weeks, very quietly, she’s starting to step out. And James remains all for that. “I just think she has a knack for being powerful,” James said. “Women are more powerful than men. Her voice and her being my sidekick, her voice is very powerful, especially to these young women who are underprivileged.” At both the events in Miami and Akron, Brinson talked to the girls about her experiences growing up, how her prom night started off as a disaster — bad hair night, thanks to an overzealous stylist who ignored her wishes — and how just about any challenge can be overcome. These two are such a positive example of love in the limelight. We love it!
When the checks stop coming in…. Man Caught Trying To Sell Baby Alligator On Craigslist There really isn’t much that you can’t find for sale on Craigslist……not even baby alligators …. via Chicago Tribune A Northwest Side man accused of trying to sell a baby alligator on Craigslist for $300 was arrested Monday evening, police said. Juan A. DeJesus, 19, of the 1700 block of Meade Avenue, was charged Monday with one count of misdemeanor possession of wildlife, police said. A state Department of Natural Resources police officer responded to an advertisement that was posted on Craigslist and went to DeJesus’ home Monday afternoon under the pretenses he was going to purchase the alligator, police said. The ad, which has since been pulled from Craigslist, stated: “Baby gator for sale, id consider a trade for a leachie gecko. Sale price is 300 obo asap.” DeJesus came out of his home with the alligator and said he would like to have $300 for it, but the officer identified himself and told DeJesus of the violation, police said. Shutterstock
While the nation reacts in horror to the Boston Marathon explosion today, Kevin Ware is doing all he can to inspire. The Louisville guard, who suffered a compound leg fracture during his team’s run to the National Championship this month, has Tweeted a photo of himself already back on the exercise bike. “we don’t quit, we don’t cower, we don’t run. we endure and conquer. #mambamentality,” Ware wrote as a caption to the image, referencing Kobe Bryant and his Achilles tear from Friday night. Considering Ware had a bone literally sticking out of his leg just 16 days ago, this is a rather impressive scene.
Pro volleyball player and fitness expert Gabrielle Reece has some interesting advice on relationships in her new book, My Foot Is Too Big for the Glass Slipper . The 43-year-old’s most valuable piece of advice for making love last? “To truly be feminine means being soft, receptive, and – look out, here it comes – submissive,” writes Reece, who took 10 years off from work to raise kids. Also a former model, Reece has been married 17 years to surfing legend Laird Hamilton, with whom shares daughter Reece Viola, 9, and son Brody, 5. She elaborated on the controversial statement on Today Friday: “I think the idea of living with a partner is ‘How can I make their life better?'” she reasoned. “So if I’m the woman and he’s the man, then yes, that’s the dynamic.” “I’m willing and I choose to serve my family and my husband because it creates a dynamic where he is then in fact acting more like a man and masculine and treating me the way I want to be treated.” Being “submissive” isn’t a negative or antiquated thing, she insists. “I think because women have the ability to set the tone that the ultimate strength and showing real power, I believe, is creating that environment.” “I dont think it’s a sign of weakness. I think it’s a sign of strength.” After tying the knot in 1997, Reece and Hamilton went through a rough patch, filing for divorce four years after the wedding, but reconciling two years later. “I feel like it’s a blessing for us that we’ve gone through a bunch of different things in our relationship, which has allowed us to arrive here today,” Hamilton said. “We’ve been brought here through what we’ve endured.” Reece’s stance is sure to be polarizing, similar to Drew Barrymore recently stating that women can’t have it all . What do you think of her comments?
For weeks, Kobe Bryant has been carrying the Los Angeles Laker and their playoff chances on his back. But it was a different body party that felled the superstar last night, as Bryant likely tore his Achilles Tendon and is out for the rest of this season and at least half of next season. Even the biggest Laker hater has to be shaking his or her head at the news. Who wants to see a legend go out in such a way? Kobe Bryant Injury But is Kobe done for good? The injury – and perhaps some pain medication – prompted Bryant to go on an EPIC Facebook rant this morning at 3:30. It includes words of doubt, inspiration… and a warning to any bear looking for a fight. And it’s worth just reading in its entirety below: This is such BS! All the training and sacrifice just flew out the window with one step that I’ve done millions of times! The frustration is unbearable. The anger is rage. Why the hell did this happen ?!? Makes no damn sense. Now I’m supposed to come back from this and be the same player Or better at 35?!? How in the world am I supposed to do that?? I have NO CLUE. Do I have the consistent will to overcome this thing? Maybe I should break out the rocking chair and reminisce on the career that was. Maybe this is how my book ends. Maybe Father Time has defeated me…Then again maybe not! It’s 3:30am, my foot feels like dead weight, my head is spinning from the pain meds and I’m wide awake. Forgive my Venting but what’s the purpose of social media if I won’t bring it to you Real No Image?? Feels good to vent, let it out. To feel as if THIS is the WORST thing EVER! Because After ALL the venting, a real perspective sets in. There are far greater issues/challenges in the world then a torn achilles. Stop feeling sorry for yourself, find the silver lining and get to work with the same belief, same drive and same conviction as ever. One day, the beginning of a new career journey will commence. Today is NOT that day. “If you see me in a fight with a bear, prey for the bear”. Ive always loved that quote. Thats “mamba mentality” we don’t quit, we don’t cower, we don’t run. We endure and conquer. I know it’s a long post but I’m Facebook Venting LOL. Maybe now I can actually get some sleep and be excited for surgery tomorrow. First step of a new challenge. Guess I will be Coach Vino the rest of this season. I have faith in my teammates. They will come thru. Thank you for all your prayers and support. Much Love Always. Mamba Out
Mila Kunis And Ryang Gosling Named Most Desirable Celebrities A new online poll has crowned mini-caked Hollyweird actress Mila Kunis and man-banger Ryan Gosling the most “fawkable” people of the limelight. via THG Mila Kunis already has an Esquire title to her name. Now she can add another similar, albeit more inappropriately named crown. The actress garnered 41 percent of the votes based on Details’ online poll and was crowned the winner “of your s**ual fantasies” … according to readers. Kate Upton and Jennifer Lawrence were runners-up. On the men’s side, everyone’s fantasy boyfriend Ryan Gosling beat the field handily, with 50 percent. Behind Gosling ithe n “Most F–kable Celebrity” poll were Zac Efron and Adam Levine. Not a huge surprise, but Ryan was king of this survey, and Mila queen. Two people we’re sure will agree with these choices? Ashton Kutcher and Eva Mendes.
White is right… Jessica White Featured In Hip Hop Wired’s Bangin’ Candy Fabolous switched up the flow in trailer for his Chris Brown-assisted single “Ready,” opting to cast a tall, slender model rather than your conventional video vixen. This gorgeous young woman’s name is Jessica White. You may recognize her for one reason or another, as White has appeared in numerous publications, including the illustrious swim suit issue in Sports Illustrated and Maxim Magazine. Read more at Hip Hop Wired Image via SI
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