•Backtracking from earlier comments, Dana White says Kimbo Slice will fight in UFC, whether or not he comes out on top in their reality show. Wonder what changed his mind. *cough*doubledTheUltimateFighter'sratings*cough*

•Milton Bradley apologized for his behavior throughout the year, which led to an in-house suspension and likely the end of his time with the Cubs. But who would trade for him? Even Terrell Owens gives you one drama-free year before melting down.

•Pete Carroll says Matt Barkley will start Saturday, despite a bruised shoulder. After last weekend, I think his arm could fall off and he'd still be their best option behind center.

•Bobby Cox says he'll managed the Braves for one more season, then he's done. If he doesn't go out with an ejection, I'll be sorely disappointed.

•Stuttgart keeper Jens Lehmann was dropped from the lineup for popping in on Oktoberfest after a game. Punishing a German for going to Oktoberfest? That's a bigger insult to cultural pride than naming a team the Redskins.

•It's a shame the season's nearing an end; I was hoping to see if Brad Lidge could finish with more blown saves than successful ones. He blew number 11 last night (and raised his ERA to 7.48!) as Phillies fans shit themselves thinking about the 2007 Mets.

•Finally, this is being billed as the world's longest basketball shot. The fact that most of that distance is provided by gravity only slightly takes away from the hype.

In Honor Of Bobby [Sons Of Sam Malone]

The problem here is that while Cox gets himself worked up into a froth pretty often, none of his ejections have been particularly memorable. I'd like to propose a few ways for him to get thrown out a record 132nd time, ensuring that it will be an occasion we'd all remember.

• Eschew the argument all together and take the field wearing a hat that reads, "UMP, YOU'RE A COCKSUCKER."

• In a game where the Braves are having trouble hitting the opposing pitcher, handcuff yourself to said pitcher and swallow the key before proceeding with a tirade that ensures your ejection.

• Get a plastic blow-up doll, write "MRS. JOHN HIRSCHBECK" across her back with a black Sharpie, drag it out to the pitchers mound, and penetrate it with a Louisville Slugger.

• Hope that Barry Bonds eclipses Hank Aaron's record in the Giants' July 23-26th series against Atlanta, tackle Barry as he rounds third on the historic home run, and repeatedly punch him in the face and scream, "THIS IS FOR HANK!"

Cox ties McGraw for ejections record [Savannah Morning News]

"It's kind of embarrassing," Cox said. He would prefer this moment in history pass without notice, like a series of unintended oops moments. No ceremony, no handshake, no umpire expressing he's No. 1 (wrong finger). Asked how often he leaves the dugout knowing that he'll probably get thrown out when he reaches his target, he said: "Just about every time."

The ritual of an umpire ejecting a spittle-spewing manager is another one of those quaint, charming things that make us love baseball. Bobby Cox is an all-time champion, and we salute his Iron Man-like persistence.

Cox Isn't Proud Of Ejections[AJC Blogs]

Obviously, we'd love to see the number go up one slot tonight, though, considering Cox's poorly publicized history of having an occasional Brett Myers moment, maybe it's better than he just stay at the park.

Seriously, though: 131 ejections. That's almost an entire season. Go for it, Bobby!

Chasing McGraw [A Trivial Pursuit]

But Baltimore? Under a manager who has never done this before? What's the upgrade? This is a lateral move — at best — for a guy people have called the best assistant "coach" of all time. We suspect there's a lot more to the Atlanta story than has been been reported; he must have wanted to get out of there very badly. Anybody hear anything?

Mazzone Hired By Orioles [Camden Chat]
Leo Mazzone Rocks [ESPN]

(Update: Apparently Mazzone and manager Sam Perlozzo are "best friends." Which is why we make all our career decisions too.)

This flame-thrower not only has a temper... he also has a serious weakness for the ladies and booze. Word is that he's gotten a few of his "lady friends" pregnant and practically lives at the bars. We here at On The DL fear all his drinking has killed most of his brain cells. When two fans sent him a letter asking for autographs, this player responded back — complete with misspelled words and first grader-esque grammar. Instead of partying and trying to score chicks, perhaps Mr. Wildthing should go back to school and sober up.

The answer? On the DL says it's Braves closer Kyle Farnsworth, which would explain why the guy has a tendency to throw 100 mph fastballs in very different places than they were initially intended. Well, at least he's not Bobby Cox and punching his wife.

I'm Ok, I sWaRe... [On The DL]
Athletes Unmasked: Todd Walker [Deadspin]

(Tomorrow: Our biggest name yet, revealed.)

He was released without bond after spending a night in jail, where it's very possible he was used precisely in the same way as his namesake.

Reds Pitcher Bong Arrested [Dayton Daily News]