Published 12/4/2008
at L.A. Times - Boxing
With his constant mentioning of his sponsors for Saturday's bout with Pacquiao, he seemed more businessman than boxer.
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Another major boxing event news conference and the speaker was yammering on about sponsorships, urging potential pay-per-view customers to separate from their cash for a compelling showdown titled "The Dream Match."
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