Leftovers: The Math Of Penalty Kicks

• Inside the game theory (and randomness) of penalty kicks. [ Slate] • "The Apprentice" is doing halftime shows at MLS games. Whom does this debase more: "The Apprentice," or MLS? [ Reality Blurred] • NBA good guy: Andrei Kirilenko, who gives back to the community and gives one free pass a year from his wife. [ The Sporting News] • Bob Ryan lowers himself to talk to a blogger. [ Eagle In Atlanta]