The Buzz Log What’s hot on Yahoo! Buzz™ (and why)...

Our top picks from the day's hottest searches.

1. Natalie Portman (Searches increased by 2,321%). The actress appeared on "Top Chef" for a vegetarian cook-off at a steak house. And then things got weird.
2. Pedro Martinez (+545%). The starting pitcher for the Phillies couldn't hold back the Yankees, who took game two of the World Series.
3. "Avatar" (+497%). The theatrical trailer can now be viewed on the Web.
4. Walmart caskets (+301%). Just in time for Halloween, you can order yours online.
5. Pumpkin carving patterns (+121%). Get into the holiday spirit and put a face on that gourd.