boston.com - 6/26/2009
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Now there's a headline you probably don't expect in the wake of the King of Pop's death yesterday at age 50. But it's true. Michael Jackson played a significant role in Robert Kraft becoming the owner of the Patriots. Puzzled?...
On the Tube: Lots of Stuff About Michael Jackson
bootleggersports.com 6/25/2009 — Say what you want, I say he's been dead for years.
Well for all of you who, like me, don’t give a fuck about the death of a psycho child molester, here’s some crap that won’t be about MJ tonight. And Holy Shit, all of these qualify as sports related. You’d think ...
Ocho Cinco Compares Michael Jackson’s Death To 9/11, Immediately Apologizes
sportsrubbish.com 6/25/2009 — Michael Jackson has died after being taken to a hospital in L.A. and what was Chad Johnson’s ill-advised first response? To compare it to 9/11.
Yes, the death of Michael Jackson has had an emotional impact on a lot of people. But to compare his passing to the murder of thousands of ...
John: Blogger, Beard Enthusiast, ANGEL OF DEATH
wastingawayinwrigleyville.blogspot.com 6/26/2009 — Geez, the one day I make a joke about Michael Jackson. Seriously, I don't remember ever making another. Tomorrow: A joke about Joe Morgan.
Mets thriving in 'Bad' times
subwaysquawkers.blogspot.com 6/26/2009 — To commemorate the death of Michael Jackson, the 'Ropolitans have unearthed an extended video of "Bad" in which one of the dancers is wearing a Met cap. The video came out in 1987, when the Mets were defending champions and it was trendy to be seen wearing their cap. It still doesn't look like ...
“King of Pop” Michael Jackson unexpectedly dies at 50
tennisguru.net 6/26/2009 — The sudden death of “ King of Pop ” Michael Jackson simply eclipsed other major events happening in the world, including Wimbledon 2009 , with traffic spiking in almost all website covering this issue.
Here are some articles about the passing of the music icon:
Who was Michael ...
Athletes Tweet About Michael Jackson’s Sudden Death
mkrob.com 6/26/2009 —
Dwight Howard, Center, Orlando Magic
@DwightHoward
“and rip micheal jackson. wut a sad day. my homies gone. clee my lil big brother tony and the legend skip. dang …
y are people so controversial on here. i am very shocked about mj. i have every song he ever ...
The Death of an Icon. My Ode to Michael Jackson
acetoolshed.blogspot.com 6/26/2009 — How shocking is this news? I haven't heard a word about the King of Pop for four years and then all of the sudden he ends up dead...crazy. I can't lie, the first thing I thought when I heard the news was suicide. Maybe I'm wrong, he was apparently gearing up for another tour. Either way, the ...
Sweet Uncle Lou’s Friday Roundup: The “Beat Us” Edition
hirejimessian.com 6/26/2009 — Originally, the title of this Roundup was going to be something about Geovany Soto having the munchies . But then Soto was upstaged by the death of the King of Pop , Michael Jackson. So, instead, it’s time for a tribute song. As always, tips, hints, and suggestions for the Roundup are ...
2009 NBA Draft: How Will Point Guards Pan Out?
thestartingfive.net 6/26/2009 — Because of Michael Jackson’s death, the 2009 NBA Draft was surreal. I didn’t watch as attentively as I have for almost 30 years. Blake Griffith obviously went one. Will he be as good as Boozer or end up like Marcus Fizer? Being from ...
The Day that MJ met MJ
thatnbalotterypick.blogspot.com 6/27/2009 — Although, I am currently still on vacation, the news of Michael Jackson death has been felt around the nation. The self-proclaimed "King of Pop" passed away at the age of 50 and whether you loved him or wanted to punch him in the face, you had to respect the man's musical talents. If we go ...
Jackson Dead; Phillies in a Coma
philliesdigest.com 6/27/2009 — If were tantalized with the coverage surrounding pop star Michael Jackson’s recent death and were not able to catch the Phillies’ telecast tonight? Don’t worry you did not miss much. Tonight was the second ball game in a week that a Phillies ejection was the highlight of the evening. The ...
Donovan McNabb Blogs Goodbye to Michael Jackson
insidetheiggles.com 6/27/2009 — From Yardbarker :
“Like most of the rest of the world I am devastated by the news of Michael Jackson’s death. Ironically, I am in Los Angeles for a few days between shooting a commercial and attending a teammate’s wedding this weekend. Those who have followed my career know that I am a ...
R.I.P. Michael Jackson —
Fack Youk
As I'm sure you've heard already, Michael "Mike" Jackson passed away yesterday. Jackson had a 17 year career, coming up with the Phillies in 1986. He was a Thriller with the Giants, leading the NL in appearances in 1993 and posting a 266 ERA+ in 1994. He finished 21st in AL MVP voting in 1998. ...
Tennis Players Pay Tribute to Michael Jackson —
On the Baseline Tennis News
Tennis stars joined the world in paying tribute to entertainment legend Michael Jackson who passed away on Thursday.
Serena Williams, who personally knew the King of Pop, was one of the first players to react to the news of Jackson’s death.
Late last night, Williams took time to post ...
The King of Pop Remembered by Athletes —
LEEInks
Love him or hate him, Michael Jackson was an icon. From his days as a child star to his tremendous success with Quincy Jones to questionable surgical procedures to accusations that eventually proved to be false, the King of Pop always seemed to be caught up in headlines. A day after his death, ...
RIP, Michael —
Intentional Foul
There’s a lot that’s been said about the death of perhaps the greatest entertainer of the modern era, and how it impacted the sports world. Most of this talk was, as is the increasing norm, reduced to Twitter updates . Then there are the inescapable memorials from CNN and the ...
The King of Pop, Dead at 50 —
Mac Gs World
I have already signed 2 public Michael Jackson condolence poster cards and U St was bumping MJ's music last night so the least I could do was post a video by the King of Pop. My favorite song is Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough. The news of his death put a kiddie strangle hold (too much, too ...
A couple K bye's —
Chuckie Hacks
If anybody was wondering if Michael Jackson was picked in my celebrity death pool...here's the update: I picked him in the 4th round. I'm like the Jack Z. of Death Drafts, I know where to find the best sleepers. Related to that, here's a true story of an event that happened to me last night. No ...
Michael Jackson’s Passing Gets Sports Figures Atwitter —
The Big Lead
My sincerest apologies for the eye-roller of a headline; I’ll make up for it by making this a post about pictures rather than words, and making said pictures larger than they should be.
Michael Jackson moonwalked off this mortal coil yesterday, and the news that broke, as everything ...
MICHAEL —
Nationalsportsreview.com Blogs
The death of Michael hijacked both the NBA Draft and D-Wil’s birthday yesterday.
Thoughts:
1) I love all the “Jackson 5″ period best. It just never seems to get old.
2) ”Invincible” was an incredibly underrated album.
3) I’m gonna do an in sequence ...
R.I.P. Michael Jackson (1958-2009) —
FirstCuts
There has been no shortage of news on Michael Jackson since his death in the late afternoon/early evening yesterday, but it seems appropriate on a sports blog to remember his iconic sports moment in the Jam video. When I thought about Jackson's connection to sports -- ...
Dead Michael Jackson Jokes —
yankeesdaily.com
It’s too early for Michael Jackson jokes. It’s too early for Michael Jackson jokes. It’s too early for Michael jackson jokes….
Michael Jackson died from human nature
Q: What’s the difference between Michael Jackson and Disney films?
A: Disney films can still ...
Beware of eBay vultures! —
Wax Heaven
With the sudden and very shocking death of music legend, Michel Jackson, it’s no surprise to see “fans” unloading anything and everything they can get a hold of on eBay. Currently, there are 20 different auctions with an asking price of $10,000 dollars or more.
Perhaps the ...
Michael Jackson Dead at 50 —
Sports Handicapping
It is now confirmed by several sources, Michael Jackson is dead. As the paparazzi searched for a Maria Belen Shapur photo and 70s icon Farrah Fawcett poster star and actress passed, the stunning news of Jackson 's death overshadowed them all. Media reports coming out of Los ...
Michael Jackson dies; shockingly it bothers me —
Guyism » celebs
Ed McMahon passed and it didn't bother me, Farrah Fawcett passed and it brought back a few memories, but Michael Jackson? I guess it bothers me because I grew up in his heyday and it's just weird. I'm sure I'll get over it, it's not like I was a big fan of his in the last, oh 20+ years ...
Day of Death —
mass hysteria
Jesus first Farrah Fawcett, now Michael Jackson. Only 50 years old. Was it the compulsive plastic surgery? We probably will never know, but for now enjoy the best music video ever:PS- Don't trade Rondo.
The “King of Pop” near death? —
Wax Heaven
(This article was originally published in December 2008)
Looks like it might be time to stock up on Michael Jackson’s 1984 Topps rookie cards. Of course, I am talking about the self-titled trading card set put out by Topps Company in 1984 which Cardboard Icons recently busted on his ...
