That is a picture of a Louisville delicacy known as a “Hot Brown.” It consists of: some sort of delicious gravy; melted cheese; bacon; turkey; tomatoes; and one slice of bread buried far underneath. Sure, Kentucky has given the world its famous fried chicken chain and a pretty nice horse race. But for our money, the fatty wonder that is a Hot Brown is the best thing this state has ever done. It is particularly recommended for marathon training. We enjoyed it at Lynn’s Paradise Cafe, which is also awesome. That meal was right after our very enjoyable tour of the Louisville Slugger factory. We saw how bats are made, swung a Manny Ramirez model in the batting cage (after scoffing at the Derek Jeter model) and listened to a guide named Gordie say some very controversial things about maple bats. (”I’m not supposed to say this, but … ” Gordie began many a sentence). That meal was also right before taking in the Louisville Bats vs. Columbus Clippers in what began the minor league portion of our program. As we obsessively checked for updates on Twins/Yankees and White Sox/Red Sox (we use this automated phone service where you have to shout the different menus you want. SPORTS. BASEBALL. TWINS.) instead of your fancy internet phones), the Bats rallied nicely for a 4-3 victory in extra innings. No purchases were made from the Bat Cave (gift shop). Former Major League players spotted on the diamond: Aaron Boone (presumably on some sort of injury rehab) and Rob Mackowiak (on some sort of career rehab). Louisville also has two players named Drew Anderson. Strange. Sadly, it was about 20 minutes after the game before we realized we should have been screaming, “Don’t come in here! This is bat country!” all game long.

Today’s agenda: Golf at the oldest municipal course in Louisville (Cherokee). It has a lot of short Par-4s, which is suited toward the game of Rocket, Crentist and ourself. Then a drive up to Indianapolis, where we continue to stalk Columbus. We’re told Skyline Chili is delicious and that we should try some. Any other suggestions for food and/or hilarity to bring to Indy?

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