In other news, Julio Lugo is no longer with the team.
In an abrupt about-face, Wal-mart McLane now says Liar Clemens is no longer allowed to act like part of the Houston Astros’ staff.
Don’t miss the sunshine in that Chronicle story: payroll is up $10 million for 2009! $10 million!
In related news, Wal-mart McLane has said he will stop using gold-leaf toilet paper in his executive suite. Gotta make cuts so that all you ungrateful fans can enjoy that extra $10 mil for payroll.