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Minaya, Working for the Nation.

Edgy DC Jan 08 2009 11:29 AM

I stumbled upon this story while Googlin' about. I don't have anything beyond the elipses, because that takes payment, but I hope the next three words aren't "analyst," "DICK" and "VITALE." <blockquote>PRESIDENT BUSH has named the following to the Presidential Council for Physical Fitness, among others: Mets GM OMAR MINAYA, NFL Giants QB ELI MANNING, U.S. sprinter ALLYSON FELIX, WNBA Silver Stars C RUTH RILEY, NASCAR driver BOBBY LABONTE, LSU football coach LES MILES and ESPN college basketball…</blockquote>

Benjamin Grimm Jan 08 2009 11:36 AM

I saw something on that too. Bush's appointment of Minaya runs through 2010. I know this happens with every president, but it seems strange for a long-term appointment to be made in the closing weeks of a presidency.

Frayed Knot Jan 08 2009 11:40 AM

Omar (looking into camera): "Hi America. I'm Omar Minaya, the one who whipped Luis Castillo into shape. ... Uhhh, could we try another take?"

MFS62 Jan 09 2009 05:08 PM

Look at the bright side. At least he didn't nominate Eagles' coach Andy Reid. (Mr. anti-fitness) Later

Ashie62 Jan 11 2009 09:49 AM

Omar will need Steve Phillips to reup his new title with Joe Biden