You Gotta Know When to Hold 'Em, Know When to Fold 'Em...

As previously posted, Kenny Rogers of the Texas Rangers had a disagreement with a water cooler and ended up breaking a finger in his non-pitching hand when he tried to "wipe that smile off it's face." Well, Kenny-boy's week isn't getting any better.

Rogers may face assault charges after a confrontation with 2 cameramen, sending 1 to the hospital, and breaking 1 camera. Not content with breaking 1 camera, Rogers said, "I'll break every (expletive) one of them."

Rangers GM John Hart spoke to Rogers and said, "Kenny obviously realizes his actions were incorrect." At least he knows the error of his ways. But if I were the Rangers' bat-boy, I'd watch my step.

This Doesn't Do Much for the "Stupid Jock" Stereotype

We've all met them. We've all known them. You may even be one of them. You know the type. Sure, he may be able to throw a 50 yard pass, dunk without barely jumping, or throw a 100 mph fastball; but the knucklehead can't spell cat without being spotted the C and A.

And we've all heard of these morons who end up on the DL for doing something stupid. Last year it was David Wells (now of my beloved BoSox) who tripped over a bar stool in his house. Well, now there are two more to add to the Hall of Pain.

Within a week of each other, Oliver Perez of the Pittsburgh Pirates and Kenny Rogers of the Texas Rangers each pulled a move that'll give them a chance to check out the team trainer's office. Perez kicked a laundry cart in the clubhouse and Rogers punched a water cooler. Both actions resulted in a broken bone and plenty of extra time to think about their actions.

As for why these pitchers acted out...the laundry cart went 2 for 4, 1 HR, 3 RBI and the cooler went 3 for 4, 2 2B, 4 RBI.

Mommy, I Want to be a Fireman When I Grow Up

Being a mailman I have to deal with the public, and in doing so, I come across a variety of people and situations. Here's a good one from yesterday...

I'm delivering some packages to a house and the woman who lives there answers the door. After the usual "Good Morning", she asks me an unusual question.

"Why would a 5 year-old boy pee in the backyard in front of his 6 year-old sister and her friend?"

At this point I couldn't help but laugh. But then I got to thinking...why would a 5 year-old do that? Probably for three reasons...

1. To humiliate his sister.
2. To disgust his sister's friend. Imagine that conversation. "So honey, did you have a good time over at Sally's house today?"
3. Because he's a guy and nature is his personal bathroom. Good for him...he's figured this out at a young age.

At least when something funny like this happens, it makes the day go by a little quicker.

First Round is on the House

I'm not even sure why I want this thing, but for now it seems like a good idea. It'll give me a place to vent about my golf game, my dogs, or whatever else happens to grab my attention. Hopefully you'll stop by often and take part in my mental ramblings. I'll continue to update with news or events or if I find something amusing. Until then, I need another beer.