Every time I hear his name, I still think of the his father, the mediocre pitcher for the Twins (and a couple of other teams) in the 90's. But I’m guessing that will change soon.

Lionel Messi. Having been snagged from South America and placed in the most competitive and demanding soccer academy in Barcelona’s La Masia, the kid had the entire multi-billion dollar franchise’s eyes on him from like the age of 10. He vaulted through the age group ranks and was heralded as the next Diego Maradona…

I can hear him moan weakly as he shoots that.

Whatever, Albert. Let’s see you look cool while trying to shoot a 55 lb. basketball.