You're looking at over $100,000 dollars worth of string. That's what's left of the infamous "Bartman Ball" after its ceremonial execution last night in Chicago. Don't feel too bad for the ball, though; it was 'fed' a last meal of steak and lobster tails at Harry Caray's. And yes, that is Smashing Pumpkins frontman (and Chicago resident) Billy Corgan, taking about $5 grand worth as a souvenir.

Click here to listen to a WBBM .mp3 soundclip of the ball's demise.