The Buzz: Earth to Beckham

It's time for David Beckham to think like a goalie and save - the planet from his wasteful ways. According to British conservation group Carbon Trust, Beckham is responsible for producing 163 tons of carbon dioxide annually. Translation: he isn't scoring any points with environmentalists. Constant cross-continental flights and a fleet of 15 vehicles contribute to the enormous carbon cleat print Beckham leaves, which was determined to be 17 times greater than that of the average Englishman. This figure doesn't even factor in the noise pollution his wife, Posh Spice, emits.

Wing and a prayer

Players are called upon to do many things in the Super Bowl, but advertise for a fast food franchise? Instead of buying a spot during the Super Bowl, KFC had the bird-brained idea of asking players to perform a chicken dance during the big game. Should anyone flock to the idea, the company will donate money to the charity of the participant's choice. If KFC thinks this strategy will work, then their minds are fried more than their chicken.

Plans shelved

All that talk about opening a book store will have to wait, as Mike Holmgren has decided to return to coach the Seahawks, choosing the ballclub over a book club in a decision that was tough to read. Guess Holmgren wasn't ready for the next chapter of his life yet.

Curb your enthusiasm

The Washington Nationals are making season ticket holders pay a lot for a lot. According to the parking system set up, the price is based on the distance from the stadium. There are four zones and those who take spaces closest to the venue will wind up paying nearly $3,000 a year, while even the least expensive option amounts to more than $1,200. Cost-conscious fans would be wise to park themselves in front of the TV.

Maid man

Paperwork obtained from Shaq's divorce reveals that he was paying approximately $1,500 per month on cable (his service: Comcast ) and roughly $22,000 monthly for housekeeping (that business was cleaning him out). The Buzz would turn down that turndown service.

Hold the Mayo

Just what the sports world needs - another Southern Cal O.J. in trouble. In this case, it's O.J. Mayo, who violated NCAA rules by accepting free tickets to Denver Nuggets games from friend Carmelo Anthony. 'Melo should've known that Mayo and Nuggets don't mix.

Safe at second

Warning: Chuck Knoblauch could be on your block. Federal marshals have been trying to serve him a subpoena to appear before the House after being named in the Mitchell Report, but have been unable to locate the former All-Star. Seems the former infielder has no interest in fielding questions about possible steroid use. Whoever catches Knoblauch will win his '97 AL Gold Glove.

Casting call

The Bassmaster Classic has landed a big one. Fishing for more listeners, Mike Golic will broadcast his morning radio show live on Feb. 22 from the event. Usual co-host Mike Greenberg won't be joining Golic. Guess he couldn't be reeled in.

Blades of gory

VERSUS is sticking with the NHL, extending its contract to carry games through the 2010-11 season. Network president Gavin Harvey told the N.Y. Times he's seen viewership increase, which will lead people to check out other programming, stating, "If you're into hockey, you'll stay for World Extreme Cagefighting." Why, to determine which sport has more goons?

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