Manny being Manny

One time, Ramírez laid it all out for Branyan, gave him the whole hitting equation. "He told me that he put 70 percent of his weight on his back foot and 40 percent of his weight on his front foot. And even though I knew the numbers didn't add up, I thought for a second, I've got to try that."

Hardcourt Challenge

That's right. Look for yourself. The Rick finished 11th IN THE NATION on ESPN.com's Hardcourt Challenge. Awesome huh? Just dont't ask about my bracket standing!

Tim's influence?