Five UK Players To Skip Class, Go Straight to Academic Probation

John Wall and DeMarcus Cousins promised their coach when they signed with Kentucky that they would put all they can into the basketball program. Now the two freshmen phenoms, along with 3 teammates are among five Kentucky players named to Academic Probation. Wall and Cousins are expected to be one of the first few players drafted, and haven't been to class since November.

The five players have promised Coach Calipari that they won't be on academic probation for long, most likely because they are all going to the NBA Draft early.

Yankees Fire Joe Girardi After Slow Start to the Year

Yankees fired manager Joe Girardi this morning, blaming his horrific start of the season that resulted in them having the worst record in the league heading into today's play.

"We haven't won a game all year" said Yankee GM Brian Cashman. "I am hoping that our new manager can improve over the remaining 161 games of the year."

The Yankees offense played well under Girardi, having won a World Series last year and averaging 7 runs per game. However, the pitching staff had a 9.00 era and were giving up an average of one run per inning. It was not known who would replace Girardi, however there are rumors that the Yankees will overpay like they normally do.

Happy Opening Day...kinda

In honor of Yankee fans stressing out after probably losing tonight's opener, here are some funny Yankee videos from across the web:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZlIUHX2BbA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYJJ-4C1xw8&feature=related

New Episode of ESPNews Tonight!

After months of anticipation, a new live episode of ESPNews will be aired tonight. The episode will be scripted, although there are rumors that the dialogue won't officially be set until closer to airtime.

"Tonight's 8pm episode of ESPNews is going to be a must-watch" said ESPN.com. "We will be showing highlights of the day, a preview of tomorrow's action, and Dick Vitale screaming about how good Duke is."

The show is expected to be tivo'ed by millions of sports fans across the country.

NCAA Considering Adding Two Teams to the Final Four

Due to increased pressure and money concerns, the NCAA is considering add two more teams to the Final Four. The additional teams will create more money for CBS, as more games will be needed to be played.

If the Final Four had six teams in it this year, lousy teams like Tennessee and Baylor would have had a chance to make it.

"I think having six teams in the Final Four takes away from the elitism of the Final Four" said Michigan State Tom Izzo. "The Final Four needs to stay with only four teams to keep it on the superior level."

Happy April Fools Day

The Washington Nationals will win the World Series

Tim Tebow will break all of Brett Favre's quarterback records

The Detroit Lions will win more than three games this year

Brett Favre will make a decision regarding his retirement soon

Barry Bonds never took steroids