We've long been fans of handsome athletes like David Beckham and Tom Brady, but this year, thanks to the 2012 Olympics, we were introduced to a whole new crop of sexy sports stars from around the world. With their impressive talents — and, OK, their impressive bodies, too — these hot athletes stole all our attention. One of the most swoon-worthy pros? Swimmer Ryan Lochte, who basically owned the Summer headlines. In the water, on the court, on the field, and on the ice, these sexy jocks turned us into diehard sports fans. Get your daily dose of eye candy by checking out 2012's hottest athletes!
Would You Go to First Base With These Baseball Babes?
Just in time for Halloween, the black and orange San Francisco Giants made it to the World Series last night with their win against the St. Louis Cardinals! They'll face off against the Detroit Tigers starting tomorrow, and we'll be tuning in with the added bonus of being able to ogle our smokin' hot players! Whether you're a die-hard Major League follower or just in it for the Cracker Jacks, these sexy bat swingers are sure to turn you into a fan. Click through the slideshow and let us know what you think of each athlete: is he a home run hottie or a total strikeout?
Books, Puppies, and Grandmas: Things That Make Hot Guys Hotter
What makes a guy hot? We all know it doesn't just come down to appearance, and a lot of what makes a guy so appealing is what isn't seen: personality, humor, intelligence, etc. So when it comes to guys walking down the street, how are we supposed to know what interests they have and what their personality is like? Enter the chick-magnet prop. Whether it's a book, baby, or beard, these man accessories instantly up a guy's hot quotient by hinting at his softer, smarter, or funnier side — and we are powerless to resist. There are even whole sites dedicated to these awww-eliciting combinations like hot guys with puppies and hot guys reading. But not all ladies have the same man-kryptonite, so click through these sexy, prop-toting fellas and tell us what you think makes a guy the hottest.
This Hot Guy Has a Buddy . . .
We've got another cutie with a doggie! Lou819 shared this pic in the new group Hot Guys With Dogs:

No . . . literally, the dog's name is Buddy.
Have a photo of a hottie with pup? Share it in the Hot Guys With Dogs group!
Hot Guys With Dogs: Who's Cuter?
Who can resist hot guys with puppies? We sure can't! Hot guys are good, dogs are good, but the combo is great. (It even rivals babies and pets!) Now comes the test: in these ultimate eye candy pairings, who's cuter? Click on for this hot man vs. man's best friend challenge! And join our new group in the community, Hot Guys With Dogs, to upload your own fella with a furball pic — it may even show up on PetSugar!



