OUCH!

Memorial Day weekend, for most, is supposed to be a relaxing 3 (sometimes 4) day weekend, filled with friends and family, sunshine, lots of beer, lawn games, barbecues, and sunburns. There's also the whole memorial part too, (let's not forget those who have passed, people!). It's the unofficial kick off to summer, a time to celebrate.

Unless you're Kendry Morales.

The Angels' best hitter hit a walk-off grand slam on Saturday night in the tenth to defeat the Seattle Mariners. His entire team rushed the field to celebrate, and as Morales jumped on the plate, he somehow managed to break his left leg. Um, what?

Roy Halladay Is Perfect

Cliff who?

Roy Halladay has firmly cemented his place in badass hall of fame. In the Phillies 1-0 victory over the Marlins last night, he pitched the 20th perfect game in MLB history. This is the second perfect outing in the big leagues this season - nay, this MONTH! - after Dallas Braden did it on Mother's Day. Until now, there have never been two perfect games in a season.

THIS Is Why We Love Ozzie Guillen

Ozzie Guillen got tossed last night after a little spat with umpire Joe West. Nothing really new, here people. But after the game, Ozzie had a few choice words for West, which made us giggle. Lots.

The fun started when West called a balk during the second inning, and Ozzie went out to have some words with him. Mark Buerhle may or may not have balked, but Ozzie went out to argue that West was trying to embarrass Buerhle. (After all, he couldn't have been going out to argue the balk call, since that isn't allowed, of course.) Of course, Ozzie got tossed at this point and the game resumes.

West has been known to be a little too big for his umpire britches, and some might say he's got it in for the Sox.

RIP Jose Lima

We here at BLB have been pretty busy lately, but we had to stop a moment and pay our respects to former pitcher Jose Lima, who died on Sunday of an apparent heart attack.

Rest in Peace, Jose.

Shut Up Hanley Ramirez

We've made it pretty damn clear that we love Hanley Ramirez. However, we very much dislike smack-talking athletes who are already paid a million times more than we will ever see in our lifetime.

After the Florida Marlins All-Star shortstop botched a grounder Monday night which allowed two Arizona Diamondbacks runs to score when he accidentally kicked a ball into the outfield then jogged -- not hustled -- to pick it up, manager Fredi Gonzalez benched him for slacking.

That should have been the humble end of the story, but Ramirez decided to get lippy with reporters regarding his skipper's decision...

In Case You Missed Will Ferrell's Debut

Here's a recap of comedian Will Ferrell's Minor League pitching debut, which lasted exactly one pitch before shenanigans ensued.

Those Who Cannot Play Baseball...

...play wiffleball.

God, tube socks are hot.

Mariners Blackball Tattle-Tale Reporter

After a Tacoma News Tribune reporter tattled on Ken Griffey Jr. for napping in the clubhouse, the Seattle Mariners gave him the silent treatment.

For example, after the Mariners' 5-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday, Cliff Lee began to address the media before stopping abuptly and refusing to continue until Larry LaRue, the reporter in question, left the room.

LaRue's report stated that Griffey "was asleep in the clubhouse" according to one player, who went on to say, "He’d gone back about the fifth inning to get a jacket and didn’t come back. I went back in about the seventh inning — and he was in his chair, sound asleep."

This is What They Call a No-No

David Letterman asks Dallas Braden what's up with him and A-Rod and why he wears his bill flat before the Oakland Athletics lefty does the Top Ten List.

Thome Is Our Homey

Everyone loves Jim Thome, it's a fact. So why not show your love for Jimmers by sporting this awesome t-shirt, courtesy of DiamondCentric Apparel...

Fueled by nothing more than Miller High Lifes and hunks of raw porterhouse, Thome has amassed over 560 home runs the natural way. Watch Jimmers mash taters in your very own navy "Thome Is My Homey" t-shirt.

You should probably go buy one right now.

Not Now Kids, Grandpa's Trying To Nap

Poor Junior.

There's a lot of speculation these days about how much longer future hall-of-famer Ken Griffey, Jr. is going to be playing. Nevermind the fact that he's 40 years old. Or that this is his 22nd season in the big leagues. Or that he's only hitting .208 this season. Or that he has yet to hit a homerun this year. Or that he doesn't play in the outfield these days because he's got all sorts of aches and pains.

None of that really made us sit up and take notice of the fact that he's at the end of his career like the latest Griffey headline: Junior was unable to pinch hit the other night because he FELL ASLEEP IN THE CLUBHOUSE.

Dallas Braden Does His Mama Proud

Remember a couple of weeks ago when Dallas Braden made headlines by having a meltdown when A-Rod walked all over his mound? And A-Rod was belittling the hurler by saying he only had a handful of wins and basically it was funny that he wanted a little respect? Well, here's Braden's big ol' F. U. to A-Rod: Tonight, Braden is making headlines for pitching the 19th perfect game in MLB history.

Meet Pierre the Belligerent Buccaneer

If you're unfamiliar with the guys from Nine More Outs, we're delighted to be the ones who introduce you to their hilarity.

The rest of you remember their debut Stadium Schmadium Tour where they infiltrated the Rogers Centre dressed as die hard Toronto Blue Jays fans. They entitled that afternoon of shenanigans A Game of Centimeters. Haven't seen it yet? We'll hang out here while you go laugh until you wet yourself.

Mariano Rivera: Alien or Robot? You Decide.

Since Mariano Rivera is clearly not human, he's either an alien or a robot, right? Right. Sadly, there's probably no right answer to this age-old question. Regardless of what he'd like his foes to believe, he's still perfectly capable of punishing the strikezone and its general vicinity, and could theoretically continue to do so well into his 50s, Satchel Paige style.

Although we may never know the real answer to what makes the New York Yankees closer tick, we could be offered a few hints when ESPN's Tom Rinaldi takes an in-depth look at the ridiculously efficient righty on E:60 this Tuesday, May 11 at 7pm ET.

A few snippets...

Happy Trails, Eric Byrnes

Eric Brynes, we've always liked your surfer look and sweet shades. Absolutely no one can rock the socks with sandals look quite like you, and for that, we'd like to high five you so hard that your hand stings for a whole day.

Only you could bounce back from those bad hair days on Baseball Tonight to bring us unconventional highlights from a kayak in McCovey Cove. Along with your faithful dog Bruin, you showed off your regular Joe fandom while other guys enjoyed playing in the 2007 All-Star Game. If only they knew how much fun you were having out there...

But way back in the day, we loved your hustle: those sweet diving grabs and shoe-string catches. And yes, we kept on loving you straight through the ups and downs. While the baseball world is very much looking forward to your unusual, yet sure-to-be entertaining broadcasting contributions, your buddies are looking forward to that right-handed bat roaming left field in beer league softball even more. Maybe you'll step up your game and bring a couple of sweet demarini baseball bats to the new field.

Get Off the Damn Ballfield, Hoodlums

What the hell is up with Philadelphia Phillies fans lately?

Monday, a fan ran onto the field at Citizen's Bank Park and was immediately tased by security. Obviously, this prompted another man to rush the field the very next night. Was he hoping to be tased? I hear the majority of folks who do get the taser end up wetting themselves. That is not attractive. Maybe he wanted to become famous via Youtube... or just be retweeted.

Under the Bleachers With Joe Nathan

It's been a crazy few months for four-time All-Star Minnesota Twins pitcher Joe Nathan. After having surgery to remove bone chips in his elbow during the off season, the badass closer ended up having season-ending Tommy John surgery just before the Twins started their 2010 season. This was a devastating loss to Minnesota fans, as he's easily one of the most feared closers in the game - he had an astounding 47 saves on the books last season alone!

Luckily, he's under contract through the 2011 season with a club option in 2012 - so Twins fans will get their beloved closer back next season when he's all better. Did we mention he's adorable, too? (Sorry ladies, he's married!)

Phillies Fan Makes Bad Call

This whole situation couldn't have been any better unless the guy in question was dressed as green man.

[The Fightins] | [We Should Be GMs] | [Crimsom and Cream Machine]

Seriously? WTF??

Remember the episode of "Seinfeld" where they had the bizarro world? I think that's what's going on around Major League Baseball this weekend. Why? Well, let me tell you and you can decide for yourself.

1. The Baltimore Orioles swept the Boston Red Sox.