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Yeah, I don't think you're supposed to like reveal your sources in a public venue like this. If someone doubts you, you could at least PM them the name and tell them to keep it hush, or else you might not get any more info... BTW, can I call Ray Rougeau to confirm your cousin story?

He has another book out?

Yep. And since there needs to be a break between the two main matches... I figured Tai-gee-ri Vs Coach would get that slot since after a likely sick brawl from the IC title match, they would bring out the comedy match...then again we can just laugh at Lita's attempt to wrestle. Exactly they don't want to bore the crowd before the main, just lighten the mood.

I too smell a Eugene/Rob Conway match but if the card stays at 7 I predicted this order: Jericho vs. Christian/Trish Lita vs. Victoria Ric Flair vs. Shelton Benjamin Kane vs. Edge Cactus vs. Orton Tajiri vs. Coach Benoit vs. HBK vs. HHH I was like the only one to predict Show/Cena opening WM so I'm 1 for 1! Anyway this should be a good show. I'd reccomend anyone who has a high speed connection and doesn't want to spend more than a few bucks to PM Downhome. The more people that pool, the cheaper it is for everyone...

hold you horses there champo. Where do you get the similiarities of (per your example) Albatross and any Metallica songs other than the fact that they are both hard rock/metal? Actually it would be more the first one, that had a very "Load"ish type of chuggish blues sound to it, and Pepper's voice and inflections remind me a lot of Hetfields. Just personal observation I guess? Oh, and I know NWOBHM, but what is NOLA?

San Antonio is 37th overall. Other markets bigger than it without baseball teams are: 27 Hartford & New Haven 28 Charlotte 29 Raleigh-Durham (Fayetvlle) 30 Nashville 34 Columbus, OH 35 Greenvll-Spart-Ashevll-And 36 Salt Lake City 37 San Antonio The whole list is here. Its from Nielsen: http://www.nielsenmedia.com/DMAs.html

The O's have a proud and storied history. Since inception in 1954 they have won 3 world series, 6 American league titles and 8 division titles. They have 5 AL MVPs, 6 Cy Youngs, 7 Rookie of the Years, and 5 Hall of Famers (Earl Weaver, Brooks Robinson, Frank Robinson, Jim Palmer and Eddie Murray-soon Cal Ripken will make 6). Anyway, I'd say Baltimore has a pretty proud tradition. Fun Fact: The original AL Baltimore Orioles, formed in 1901 became...the New York Yankees! So, if we're mocking Yankee history, can I mock that all of this wouldn't have been possible without your franchise's rootes in Baltimore? Oh, Fun Fact 2: Babe Ruth is from Baltimore and we have a giant statue of him outside our stadium and the OFFICIAL Babe Ruth museum across the street. This is fun!

Well, after doing a Google search for the largest US markets, here are the top 5 without a baseball team (first # is overall rank in US): 8 Washington, DC (Hagrstwn) 19 Sacramnto-Stktn-Modesto 20 Orlando-Daytona Bch-Melbrn 24 Portland, OR 25 Indianapolis Use that info how you like...

And for the final improvement, the future Yankees will now play...in New Jersey! Featuring new New Jersey Yankees hat and logo!

Perhaps, but I'd rather see them destroy history with my "Hank Yankee" idea. Oh yeah, and the pants would be silver. (Let's see how angry we can get Anglesault) ...and spandex.

Well that means the next Hamas leader has to meet his doom by choking on vomit. No. Just vomit. I never said it was his own. Police haven't confirmed WHO'S vomit it was that he choked on...

Why do I sense a horrible sketch with Kurt walking around like he's fine, Random Jobber: Kurt...are you...ok? Angle: Of course, never felt better! What? What are you looking at? Random Jobber: Nothing. Kurt walks away unaware of the gaping hole in the back of his head with "brains" oozing out...

Why don't you know what year it was? Come on it was like 1, maybe TWO years ago. Hard to remember that far back...

from internally, duh!

A team that plays together, wins together. Outside distractions only hinder concentration. Kenny Lofton is already giving you guys trouble, I know from experience what a pleasent guy Mussina is (blaming everyone but himself for his losses), and I'm counting the days until the inevitable Jeter/Arod lovers quarel. Trading away Alfonso Soriano and Nick Johnson will come back to haunt you. Those are players you build around. How's Enrique Wilson doing at 2nd? I can't imagine why a player who's every move is scrutinized in every newspaper, and a team who's owner has a caniption if they perform any less than World Series champions would possibly be performing below expectations...

Could it be a group of broken down, overpaid and overrated prima donnas with no team chemistry or camaraderie and devoid of any youth after they were all traded away failing to produce to their bloated expectations amongst the most high pressure and scrutinizing media market in the world under the watch of a curmudgeon perfectionist as an owner?

This is a very strong PPV, especially considering it is a single brand show. Judgement Day has a lot to live up to with this lineup. I think one thing I'm really curious about is how they handle the ring introductions. Like for Benoit, are they REALLY going to say "from Atlanta, Georgia"? I wouldn't be suprised if for one night they actually announce the Canadian home towns, because doing otherwise with the crowd would just look stupid. I'm excited about the show, and I'll throw in my quick predictions: First of all since there's only 7 matches, I predict one more to be added. I'm thinking Eugene makes his debut against Rob Conway (since they have the issue from RAW) and the match will be set up on HeAt. If this happens, Eugene will win. I'm just pulling this out of my ass, but it's a hunch. Ok, card official: Chris Jericho vs. Christian/Trish: I'm thinking this is the opener, because really none of the 7 matches are really opener material, but I can see them putting this on first to get a hot match and a big Canadian pop. Jericho lost at Mania, I don't see why he wouldn't get his win back here. Winner: Jericho Star Prediction: ***1/4 Lita vs. Victoria: Get this one out of the way early. I'll be shocked if they go more than 5 minutes or if there are less than 3 blown spots. Lita is just not good out there and Victoria's not the one to carry her. I don't see the point of this match either. Winner: Victoria Star Prediction: 1/4* Shelton Benjamin vs. Ric Flair: This one might be a sleeper hit. Flair has been on lately and Shelton will be fired up for his first singles PPV match. Shelton will go over strong here, there's no point in doing otherwise. Winner: Shelton Banjamin Star Prediction: *** Kane vs. Edge: I don't see much out of this one, especially with Edge's broken hand, but he'll get a nice return pop. I don't see them putting either over, especially since the cast stipulation gives them an out. I have a feeling Johnny Nitro will be named the special referee to give the DQ and take the post match beating. Winner: Kane by DQ Star Prediction: ** Mick Foley vs. Randy Orton: I have no idea what to expect in this one, but I have a feeling it will be fun and much different than everything else on the show. I think Orton has his first big blade job here. I think with all the references to the Japanese death matches, Foley pulls out something he hasn't used in WWE like a bed of nails or tack boards or something crazy. I never doubt Foley in a big match, and Orton will get the rub from the win. Winner: Randy Orton Star Prediction: **** Tajiri vs. Coach: Buffer match between the streetfight and the main event. Coach will talk some smack, Tajiri will do his comedy spots and win. I don't know why they would put an announcer over. Winner: Tajiri Star Prediction: DUD HHH vs. Shawn Michaels vs. Chris Benoit: If you thought the crowd was behind Benoit in New York...the crowd is going to be so amazing for this, I can't wait. They went all out and delivered a hell of a main event at Mania that might have been 5 stars. They'll be out to top it this time. All 3 work very well with each other, and Im expecting nothing less than another excellent match with tremendous atmosphere. Oh, and as for the result, come on...they can't be that stupid...can they? Winner: Chris Benoit (over Michaels since HHH rightfully won't job twice). Star Prediction: ****1/2 So those are my not too detailed thoughts and predictions. This has the potential to be a very good show, and on paper 4 matches look like they can be excellent. With the leaner card, this might produce the same rate of good matches that Mania did but with less filler. I'm looking forward to it!

Calvin Pickering Oh man, been there, done that...

Boy, I don't know whether to be prouder of Matt Riley's 1 hit, 7K outing or the O's offense delivering 11 runs. Good time to be an Orioles fan!

Their owner has a coronary if they don't win the World Series, that should put things in perspective...

I guess Vince was telling the truth when he said "I'm gonna kill my creation".

[email protected] WWE.com reported earlier today that Steve Austin was no longer with the company. While the news is three weeks old, the web site report does have significance because negotiations between the sides broke down today. It is expected that Steve Austin will be joining Bill Goldberg with Pride's Hustle series. Austin and Pride have been negotiating for a while and earlier this week were very close to a deal. Pride has pro wrestling events on 5/8, and again in July. It is not confirmed yet if Austin will make the 5/8 date but that was being talked about. Austin and Goldberg in PRIDE?

I think he is a spineless puppet who is basically an owner as de facto commisioner. He doesn't care about the good of the game, he cares about the bottom line. The imbalanced schedules and interleague play have been wretched and unfair. I can't wait for his contract to run out in 06 and hope Cal Ripken Jr. steps up and excepts the position so we can bring some credibility and class back to baseball...

That should tell you all you need to know... Idiots.

I'm shocked that Vince and Austin couldn't work out a compromise. Last week's Observer said that Vince and Austin were still on good terms and it was just a matter of outside projects and who gets the rights to them. Then the Torch published an update that said they reached an agreement that involved Austin getting control of his outside projects but he'd have a reduced role on TV as a result. I guess that didn't work out. Throw me in with the "he'll be back by WMXX1" crowd. Oh, and Austin to TNA will NEVER happen. Jarrett basically created TNA because him and Austin hate each other so he knew he wasn't welcomed as a result in WWE. Plus, Austin wouldn't want to piss off Vince like that. He's leaving basically on good terms and will be back, and he wouldn't be stupid enough to screw up his potential for return...