Quick Hits....

“Attending foreign meetings, that’s what the officials really like, foreign shopping jaunts, especially in summer. The system has become like a vested interest mafia” – Sports commentator Novy Kapadia, on the IOC suspending the Indian Olympic Association after it elected an official facing corruption charges as its secretary-general (LATIMES.com, 12/5).

“Woody is one guy who’ll make me feel better” – Dolphins Owner Stephen Ross, whose team has a 5-7 record, on being asked if he has commiserated with Jets Owner Woody Johnson about their teams' disappointing seasons (“Squawk Box,” CNBC, 12/5).

"I always say smart beats rich. The really good teams are smart and rich" – Dodgers President Stan Kasten, on the number of teams with money to spend this offseason due to increased TV revenues (WSJ.com, 12/5).