Quick Hits

Some quick notes for today's entry:

Unlike Georgetown, Duke, UConn and 46 other teams, I've survived the first weekend of the NCAA Men's Hoop tournament in my Tournament Pick'em pool, with 34 wins in the first 48 games. Though I'm 14th currently in my league standings, I can still win my pool, which is all anyone wants - a chance.

A gentle reminder that there's two weeks left (ends April 8) in my Rally Against Cancer with Dustin Pedroia fundraiser for The Jimmy Fund. To all that have donated so far, thank you very much, it's greatly appreciated. If you haven't donated yet - WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU WAITING FOR!!!!!!! - Just kidding, honestly it would be great if you spent a few minutes going through the donation process and becoming a member of the 'Chicks Dig The Long Ball' team. Any amount that you donate will go along way in having an impact on the lives of those who are battling cancer. To sign up click here.

Curt Schilling believes that Manny Ramirez is going to have a great season. I think Manny's due for a big year and so does many other people. If Manny's numbers at the end of the season look like this .325, 45 HR, 140 RBI, here's a reason why - Manny's got A Secret and he's telling everyone about it.

If Manny starts off the regular season strong, I'll speed off to my local Barnes & Noble and pick up a copy of the Secret for myself.