1. Michael’s night
Michael Phelps, the Greatest Of All Time, a.k.a. GOAT. Wait, how did this turn into a Cubs conversation?
2. Rug burn?
Olympics coverage began last night with a thick smog over the Water Cube. The only thicker cover resides on Bob Costas’ head.
3. Music to my ears
Is there any more majestic and regal music than the Olympics theme? And, no, the theme to “The Hills” does not count.
4. Uh-oh
The U.S. basketball’s “Redeem Team” beat Angola 97-76. In case you’re wondering, that’s not exactly a good sign.
5. Fightin’ words
Can’t wait for Olympics judo. In America, we call it a hockey game.
6. Why not?
Caleb Hanie as the Bears’ starting quarterback? Honestly, could it be any worse than the alternative? I say try it.
7. Drought in the Woods
Tiger Woods says he won’t play golf again until 2009. Whoa, I hope he can afford to pay his bills while he’s out of action.
8. Speaking of drought
The Cubs were rained out in Atlanta. I’ll leave it to you to decide if that is good or bad.
9. Rain man
A bidder has offered $1.1 million for Pacman Jones’ house that went into foreclosure. Whoever it is should pay it off $1 bills.
FIVE SPORTS THEMES
… that are as good as or better than the Olympics theme.
-“Monday Night Football”
-“SportsCenter”
-“CBS College Football”
-“CBS College Basketball”
-“NBA on NBC”
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