Curt Schilling’s problems have gotten so bad ESPN granted him a leave of absence.

I’m not completely familiar with all the legal issues surrounding his video game company, 38 Studios, which has filed for bankruptcy. However, I did find this interesting stat about Schilling:

According to Baseballreference.com, Schilling earned $114 million during his baseball career. And there had to be several million more in endorsements.

All of which begs the question: How much money does a person need?

Changes: It has been disclosed that Sports Illustrated is making some changes to better integrate its magazine and on-line operations. It will result in a handful (less than 10) of staff reductions. Buyouts are being offered, and it will be interesting to see whether any of the writers will grab one.

Bloomberg reports:

Terry McDonell, editor of Time Inc.’s Sports Group, said in a telephone interview yesterday that he is looking to reduce positions of editors and reporters with buyouts being offered through June 21.

“Everything is about money eventually and being more efficient,” he said. Although Sports Illustrated, which has 210 editorial employees, is “very profitable,” the reductions will allow the magazine to become even more so, he said.

Idiot patrol: I hate calling attention to idiots. However, I did like Webb Simpson’s line after some goofball interrupted his award ceremony Sunday.

“Enjoy the jail cell, pal,” Simpson said. Well played.