Minka Kelly … Gerard Pique and Shakira are still going strong … sounds like Pitt’s Ashton Gibbs is staying in the draft … gotta love this URL … is a 14-year-old the future of the tea party? … not allowed to play freeze tag? … the US is only the 12th happiest country in the world? … an air traffic controller debacle – involving Michelle Obama … finally, positive unemployment statson book reviews … I don’t think this jerk learned his lesson, do you? … here are the NSFW photos of Brad Penny’s fiance, Karina Smirnoff, in Playboy

College pitcher strikes out 21. [Whptv]

Here’s a solid piece from Gene Wojciechowski on why the NCAA needs to be blown up. [ESPN]

So, what’s the deal with these chips? And when won’t there be drama surrounding Auburn? [Postgame]

LA Kings race to 4-0 lead, lose 6-5 in overtime to San Jose. [LA Times]

Can poker pros really earn $1,000 an hour teaching poker? [Expert Insights via Michelle Steele]

I wonder who this former member of the Packers is that is already broke. [National Football Post]

It won’t happen, but if this latest Bob Knight controversy ends with him leaving ESPN, that would be fantastic. [Courier-Journal]

Photos of NBA players who can’t believe they were called for a foul. [MTV.com]

What would it take to make Chris Paul a Bobcat? Start with a detailed plan, some luck, and a rosary. [Observer]

Will we see more favoritism tonight toward NBA stars? [Denver Post]

Mike Lupica is going to host a radio show. Try to contain your excitement. [NYDN]

Blackhawks save face, finally win a game against Vancouver. [Sun-Times]

Remember when Evan Turner crossed up D Wade in the regular season?

D Wade got him back Monday night.

Jack Edwards used to work at ESPN. Now, he’s a hockey homer for the Bruins. [via Fang's Bites]