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'American Idol,' David edition, comes out swinging (AP)

 
AP - The "American Idol" finale is under way in Los Angeles, and the theme is .... boxing? "Idol" producers rolled out boxing announcer Michael Buffer ("Let's get ready to rumble!") to introduce finalists David Cook and David Archuleta at the beginning of the penultimate performance show Tuesday. (link)

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