Blogdome: Bode Miller's Return, Dude

• Bode Miller now has another sport in which he can fail indifferently. [ The Big Picture] • In defense of Manny Ramirez. [ Boston Sports Media] • Another excellent interview with Billy Beane at Athletics Nation. [ Athletics Nation] • In case you were curious about Tommy Lasorda's thoughts about Italy winning the World Cup. [ Rebuilding Year] • If you're up for some All-Star Game live-blogging, try here. [ Mariner Housewife] • In defense of ESPN's "social networking site. [ FatMixx] • The real reason Brad Penny is starting tonight. [ The Big Lead] • This is Joe Mauer's girlfriend. OK, a hot woman is one thing ... but Miss USA? Isn't that just pushing it? [ Mr. Irrelevant]