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His seven bags are packed, filled to the hilt with countless souvenirs. His flight is scheduled to touch down at JFK 45 minutes before it departs. Sadly, Michael Davies' run at the 2002 World Cup has come to an end. But before he leaves Japan, our man looks back at Brazil's title run and looks ahead to Germany '06.
DAVIES: THE END OF DAYS




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On paper, TiVo seems like a sports fan's dream. After all, what could be better than the capability to watch "live" games hours after they're played? But Page 2's Brian Murphy says a real fan has no use for such modern devices. The Murph climbed out of bed at 4 a.m. and watched the World Cup final in his dark living room ... because that's the way things should be done.

Mr. Know-It-All Mystery Photo
Page 2 readers know a lot about sports -- and what they don't know, they pretend to know. So, when Bob Halloran wrote a column about all the things he doesn't know (like what's with Shaq's "Shaft" ad?), our readers were happy to chime in with the answers -- but some only prompted more questions.
We know it has been a disappointing season for the Mets, but this week's Mystery Photo proves that when it rains, it really pours. We couldn't figure out what was happening with Mr. Met -- and why the Braves seem to be staying dry, so we're asking for your help. Send us your best explanation for what's happening.

ALL-HAIR TEAM FOR '02 WORLD CUP
We've learned a lot about the "other football" this month, and we've come to admire the beautiful game -- especially the players' girlfriends and acting ability. But the main thing we envy is all that incredible hair. From Mohawks to The Beckham, Page 2 names its All-Hair team for the '02 World Cup.


This week, Page 2 takes a look at the 10 most overpaid players in baseball. Of course, we want your opinion, so send us your choice for the most overpaid baseball player. Later this week, we'll run our readers' top 10 along with a poll to crown the No. 1 overpaid ballplayer of them all.

10]  Carl Everett, Texas Rangers
He's only played 38 games this season, and has just five homers and 18 RBI.
9]  Darren Oliver, Boston Red Sox
This year, about the best that can be said is that he's kept his ERA under 5.
8]  Wilson Alvarez, Tampa Bay Devil Rays
Over the past five seasons (including this one), Alvarez has won just 17 games.
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UPDATED ODDS TO WIN 2002 WORLD SERIES
Yankees 2-1   Braves 10-1
Red Sox 5-1   Giants 12-1
Mariners 6-1   Angels 13-1
Diamondbacks 6-1   Mets 13-1
Cardinals 8-1   Athletics 15-1
Bold indicates home team | Complete line


 
Got a comment about something you've seen on Page 2? Here's your chance to sound off to the editors and columnists. Plus, if you'd like to send an e-mail to The Sports Guy, here's your direct link to Bill Simmons.


THE SPORTS GUY
As he chronicles every moment of the 2002 NBA draft, Page 2's Bill Simmons keeps asking one simple question: Who are these guys?

JEDI TRICKS
NBA coaches and GMs all say they love their draft, but Page 2's Ralph Wiley details what they're really thinking.

NOT-SO HOLY MEN
What really sparked the scuffle between Jeff Kent and Barry Bonds? Page 2's Jim Caple listens in on their angry exchange.

HOUSE OF STYLE
Page 2's Dan Shanoff grades the fashion winners and losers from the NBA draft.
If your favorite writer isn't on Page 2 today, click here to check out our full roster of columnists.


Michael Davies, Page 2's World Cup diarist, probably needs some time to "Crash" after his month in Japan. He can rest easy, knowing that he's made the big-time because we've received 28 requests for a match of Davies and musician Dave Matthews. Browse our archives of past pairs or click here to submit a future duo.


Tennis: Wimbledon Championships
7 a.m., 1 p.m. ET, TNT
Round of 16 begins.
 
Expos at Braves
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Montreal makes Canada Day run at first in NL East.  
Dodgers at Diamondbacks
10 p.m. ET, ESPN
NL West showdown or Twins at A's.
 
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If you missed Page 2 over the last week, check out our back issues:
• Fri., June 28: Juiced Up
• Thurs., June 27: Draft Diary
• Wed., June 26: Idiot's Guide
• Tues., June 25: 50 Draft Moments

Other featured content:
• 10 reasons Anna blew her top
• Bizarre & Bogus
• Page 2's World Cup Quiz
• 10 Burning Questions with Jay Williams
• What the Heck Are They Thinking?
• Britney and sports movies
• Anna or Not Anna? The Penthouse Quiz
Monday, July 1, 2002
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