SPORTS HITS

This week we lost an icon that thrilled everyone with his music and touched many lives. Most people do not equate Michael Jackson with sports, but his music still is used by ball players even after his death. After hearing of his death many Major League players asked to use some of his songs as they walk to the plate or out of the bullpen. Several Milwaukee Brewer players did and are planning to use them longer as a tribute and respect for the great entertainer.

Most people do not realize that Michael jackson crossed many different boundaries and sports was just another one that he touched. His music will be around forever and will be missed, but his legacy will live forever and you might just hear his music at your favorite ball park as well.

Well even I have to admit this was a shock to me. Now I am not a big soccer buff or even profess to watch much of it, but when ESPN Radio has this as it’s lead story you know it is something big. The United States were able to make it to the Confederations Cup finals when they upset World’s No.1 Spain by a score of 2-0.

What surprises me is that the U.S. were able to shutout the Spain team. You do not shut down a team such as Spain unless you play a very good game and the United States did just that. I will be amazed if they win it all, but you never know who thought they would beat Spain.