First, Ray Charles dominates the Grammys, then "Ray" is a major nominee at the Oscars. Expect the ESPYs to continue the trend, perhaps by handing out honorary awards for "Crying Time" (Laveranues Coles) and "Confession Blues" (Jason Giambi). And while after last week Antoine Walker no longer has to endure rainy nights in Georgia, others continue to find inspiration in the Ray Charles songbook.
"Still Crazy After All These Years," Michael Westbrook: Former Redskins receiver wins King of the Cage match, subduing Jarrod Bunch with three seconds left in the opening round and again proving one of life's immutable laws: do not go near Michael Westbrook during the first round.
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_____ Monday Morning_____
A look back at the weekend and a look ahead at the coming week's action with a fresh new edge.
• Norman Chad's Couch Slouch
• Starting Lineup
• The Chat: George Gray, host of ESPN reality show "I'd Do Anything"
• 7 Days
• The Review: "Hooked: The Legend of Demetrius 'Hook' Mitchell"
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"If we're normally in the dugout at the time they plan to do this, we're not going to not be in the dugout. We're not going to arrange, or rearrange, our routine to either be there or not be there."
-- Manager Joe Torre, making it perfectly clear where the Yankees will be when the Red Sox hand out their World Series rings before their home opener against New York.
_____ The Monday Morning Poll _____
Note: This is an unscientific survey of washingtonpost.com readers.
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"Your Cheatin' Heart," Barry Bonds: Likens repeated questioning about steroids to watching reruns of "Sanford and Son." Just wait, Barry -- if the BALCO case goes to trial, this'll get uglier than Aunt Esther.
"Busted," Paris Hilton: Her personal phone book appears on the Internet after someone hacked into her Sidekick. Even more alarming, the hacking was apparently ordered up by John Chaney.
"Danger Zone," John Chaney: Speaking of whom, the Owls coach has been taking a lot of heat for putting a self-described "goon" into a game. But we applaud anyone trying to give Tie Domi a little work.
"Hit the Road Jack," Chris Webber: Traded to Philadelphia for a trio of nondescript forwards. An unimpressed Wes Unseld argued that a player of Webber's caliber should net a team at least one broken-down shooting guard.
"I'm Movin' On," Daniel Snyder: Will back out of Six Flags investment after buying a stake over the summer. Guess the amusement park chain only needs one funny little bespectacled man who's famous for his ungraceful moves.
"Here We Go Again," Randy Moss: Set to be traded to the Raiders. In return, Minnesota gets the No. 7 overall pick, salary cap space and the roster spot that had been occupied by Moss's hairdo.
"Them That Got," Magna Entertainment: Pimlico operating group announces plans to upgrade infield luxury tents, which will rent for $34,500 during the Preakness. Magna officials said they were merely preserving the venerable tradition of infield spectators losing their shirts.
"One of These Days," Maurice Clarett: After not playing football for the past two years, he runs a painfully slow time in the 40. But Clarett got some good news when he was granted early-entry status into the CFL draft.
"Sticks and Stones," Fat Joe: Rapper continues feud by accusing 50 Cent of using steroids. While Fat Joe didn't say where 50 got the goods, Jose Canseco quickly pointed out that you could find them in da clubhouse.
"I've Got News For You," Reggie Sanders: Outfielder causes a stir at Cardinals camp by working out with cannonballs. While there aren't any such projectiles at Nats camp, the team does seem to be well-stocked with potential bombs.
"Let the Good Times Roll," the Red Sox: Plan to distribute championship rings at home opener against the Yankees. Makes perfect sense, since you can't show off a ring without displaying a finger.
Benched: Jerry Rice, the Derek Jeter Center, The Gates, the Hoyas' resurgence, Fred Durst without clothes.
