The value of New York Jets running back Leon Washington's trading card is soaring after it was discovered that it appears both his middle fingers are extended in the picture.

In a related story, the price of Jon Kitna's trading card continues to plummet after the discovery that his fly is unzipped.

The fan who triggered a brawl at The Palace of Auburn Hills by throwing a beer at Ron Artest has been banned from the arena for life by the Detroit Pistons.

After shooting less than 35 percent in the team's first 10 games, the Pistons reportedly are considering banning Antonio McDyess from the arena, as well.

The Toronto blue jays signed free agent Frank Thomas to a two-year, $18-million contract last week.

The deal includes a provision that Thomas is in charge of finding his replacement when he inevitably gets hurt this season.

Freshman center Allyssa DeHaan set the MSU record for blocks with eight in a win against Texas-Arlington on Sunday.

When reporters asked DeHaan about the accomplishment after the game, she swatted all of their recorders into the third row of the seats.

The Miami Dolphins managed only minus-three rushing yards against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, but still won thanks to a pair of return touchdowns.

In a related story, the Detroit Lions managed only one offensive touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday but were awarded a win because head coach Rod Marinelli correctly guessed the result of the Helmet Shuffle at halftime.