While the Mariners may well be the suckiest team in Major League Baseball, Seattle residents needn’t be forlorn, as they have in their midst America’s hottest Curling team, headed for the World Championships in Sweden:
“I think we have a good chance,” said Jason Larway, whose rink upset the defending U.S. champions from Minnesota last month. “We’re definitely excited, but this is one of the most competitive years in a long time.”
You don’t need a pitching staff to excel at Curling, dontcha know.
In related news, Barry Bonds finally hit no. 660 to tie Willie Mays for third on the career homers list.