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Sorry Guys, What He Said…
I thought it was sort of an upset when Cleveland beat out Detroit for the title of foreclosure capital of the Eastern Conference. This time though, not so much. And speaking of real estate…...

Chicago: Just Lucky? Or Something More Sinister?
The world probably believes it is witnessing what the sociologist Robert K. Merton calls a "self-fulfilling prophecy." But are we ignoring a blatant conflict-of-interest in the city that gave us Rod Blagojevich?...

Bulls Game-Plan For One-Legged Garnett
"I'm not buying that," Bulls forward John Salmons said. "I'll believe that when I see it." [SI/ChicagoTribune]...

Celtics Will Most Likely Be Garnett-less During Playoffs, Coach Says
Doc Rivers has Beantown in a panic after he hinted that Kevin Garnett's mangled knee will most likely keep him out of the playoffs. "I'm not optimistic," Rivers told WEEI....

Your NHL Playoffs Are Ready
The matchups and schedule are set for the first round of the NHL playoffs. I hope your Versus subscription is up to date! [Puck Daddy]...

NBA, NHL Out Of Playoff Spots
This weekend could have been a furious playoff dash to cap off both the pro basketball and hockey seasons, but all the playoffs spots were wrapped up last night, so never mind all that....

George Bodenheimer Reminds Bristol Of The Wintry Economic Climate We're In
This afternoon ESPN President George Bodenheimer addressed his troops via video on ESPN's corporate intranet to let everyone know there's a hiring freeze, no more raises, and "downsizing" and "discontinuation" are imminent....

One Man's Quest To Rid The NFL Of Joe Buck And His Humorless, Emotionless Act
Many sports fans criticize Fox's Joe Buck for his sometimes wooden broadcasts of NFL and MLB games. One writer suggests it's time for Fox to look elsewhere for big games....

This Is A Lot More Creative Than One Of Those Boring Mayors' Bets
In addition to being the youngest mayor in Pittsburgh history, Luke Ravenstahl is a rabid Steelers fan. Put those two things together and you get this: A publicity stunt for the ages....

Replica Philadelphia Eagles Field! (Batteries Not Included)
Replica of The Linc in your back yard? Why not? "Invite Tony Romo over so he can feel what it's like to be in the Eagles' end zone." [The 700 Level]...

Kyle Vanden Bosch Seeks To Possess Your Soul
Got an image you'd like to see in here first thing in the morning? Send it to [email protected]. Subject: Morning crap....

Despite Failure Of 'Pants Off For The Panthers', Fan Will Continue To Remove Pants
Add this to the Arizona Cardinals' list of impressive accomplishments: On Saturday they beat the previously undefeated mojo of the 'Pants Off For The Panthers' movement....

Berman's Not Late, It's The World That's Early
Got an image you'd like to see in here first thing in the morning? Send it to [email protected]. Subject: Morning crap....

That'll Be All, New York; Nighty Night
Got an image you'd like to see in here first thing in the morning? Send it to [email protected]. Subject: Morning crap....

Pittsburgh Holds Serve, Chaos Still Reigns In The Playoffs
There may have been a time when a bye week and home field advantage mattered in the NFL playoffs. That time no longer exists....

San Diego at Pittsburgh: Place Your Bets! (Carefully)
Here is where you can leave your informed opinions about the 4:30 AFC Las Vegas Invitational Division Playoff Donnybrook. By the way, how much do you trust your bookie?...

Halftime In The Land Of Beer, Bagels and Multi-Colored Cookies
I'm in a Manhattan bar right now, and while I can't speak for any Eagles fans—because there is only one here—the natives are restless....

Philadelphia at New York: Who Will Taste The Buzzsaw?
This is your open thread for the 1:00 NFC Divisional Playoff Grudge Match between the Eagles and Giants. I wonder what the other Deadspin editors are doing right now......

Pay No Attention To The Berman In The Background
Two top seeds slept for an extra week in their comfy, comfy beds and then promptly got bounced from their Super Bowl dream machine yesterday. How do you feel today Steelers and Giants fans?...