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South Korea's Jiyai Shin eyes sweep of LPGA awards
By STEPHEN WADE AP Sports Writer GUADALAJARA, Mexico(AP) — Jiyai Shin is on the verge of sweeping both the LPGA’s rookie and player of the year awards...
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Ryan Mallett closing in on Arkansas passing mark
By NOAH TRISTER AP Sports Writer LITTLE ROCK, Ark.(AP) — Ryan Mallett is right on schedule. The Arkansas quarterback has been exactly what the Razorbacks expected after sitting out last season as a transfer...
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Notre Dame coach Weis not listening to critics
By TOM COYNE AP Sports Writer SOUTH BEND, Ind.(AP) — No. 8 Pittsburgh provides beleaguered Notre Dame coach Charlie Weis with just what he needs following a stunning loss to Navy: a shot at the biggest victory of his career...
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Iowa freshman James Vandenberg to make first start
By LUKE MEREDITH AP Sports Writer IOWA CITY, Iowa(AP) — Iowa quarterback James Vandenberg walked into a sporting goods store to shop for a birthday present on Saturday, just hours after ...
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No. 21 Dayton buoys community hard hit by layoffs
By JAMES HANNAH Associated Press Writer DAYTON, Ohio(AP) — This year’s version of the Dayton Flyers is more than just a basketball team. With four returning starters, the Flyers are the preseason pick to win the Atlantic 10 and are ranked No..
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Boyle's late goal lifts Sharks over Predators
SAN JOSE, Calif.(AP) — Scott Nichol took care of the small details that led to a big victory for the San Jose Sharks...
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Kings reach .500 for first time in three years
SACRAMENTO, Calif.(AP) — It’s been nearly three years since Sacramento was at .500. The Kings first three-game winning streak in a year helped get them there...
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UNLV welcomes back 1990 title team
LAS VEGAS — UNLV honored the 1990 national championship team, including coach Jerry Tarkanian, during halftime of an exhibition game against Washburn...
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O'Hair, Villegas tied for Kiwi lead
HAWKE’S BAY, New Zealand(AP) — Sean O’Hair and Camilo Villegas were tied for the lead at 2-under par through 15 holes Wednesday at the Kiwi Challenge, which was halted for the day when gusts reached 50 mph at Cape Kidnappers...
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Bengals vs. Steelers Matchup Is Bigger and Better, Yet With a Twist
Opening up a sports page, or flipping on a sports television show this week it is easy to get the impression that there is only one NFL game going on this Sunday, and it is taking place in Indianapolis...
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Why the 49ers Will Dominate the Bears' One Dimensional Offense
I know everyone is focusing on the play of the Bears' defense. And with good reason, since it hasn't shown up for two of the past three weeks...
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Should The Chicago Bears Consider Larry Johnson?
The Chicago Bears have a lot of problems, but would adding another one actually help fix something? That sounds like I'm advocating two wrongs making a right, but in this case it might be crazy and a good idea...
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Georgia Bulldogs: A Few Thoughts on Some New Rumors
As the Georgia football season starts it's slow descent towards the end, there is a lot of speculation as to what 2010 will hold for this 2009 team that has seen it's share of ups and downs...
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Sosa says cosmetic cream caused lighter skin
Sammy Sosa says a cosmetic cream he uses to soften his skin is the reason for his lighter skin tone. The former Chicago Cubs slugger was photographed at the Latin Grammy awards in Las Vegas last week with a noticeably whiter face...
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Georgia Tech-Clemson: The Best Possible Championship Game For The ACC
ACC Football has an image problem. Critics say there have been a lack of big non-conference wins. There have been some ugly losses. There isn't a dominant team. There aren't any Heisman players...
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In Tony Romo vs. the People, the Prosecution Rests.
Well, well, well, it has sure been an interesting five weeks hasn't it? Last time class was in session I gave a pretty stern lecture to all the Romo doubters out there. I guess I need to apologize since I was wrong and he's a terrible QB after all...
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Mavericks start slow, beat Rockets 121-103
By DAVID JIMENEZ Associated Press Writer DALLAS — Erick Dampier isn’t content just snatching rebounds and anchoring the Dallas Mavericks’ defense. The 6-foot-11 center showed Tuesday night he can contribute offensively too...
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Pittsburgh Penguins Need To Dig Deep To Get Back on Winning Track
After being shut out for the second game in a row, the Penguins players need to look within and challenge themselves to step up to a higher level...
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Creature vs Creature: Iowa Hawkeyes and Ohio State to Decide Big Ten
Bleacher Report's Creature vs Creature series rolls into Columbus, Ohio, as the Iowa Hawkeyes (9-1, 5-1) and the Ohio State Buckeyes (8-2, 5-1) square off with the Big Ten title and a Rose Bowl bid on the line...
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Hold the Relish, Bring on the Cheese
With a crucial win over the division rival Eagles last Sunday night, the Cowboys made it official: They're rollin' ...
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Billups' free throw lifts Nuggets over Bulls 90-89
By ANDREW SELIGMAN AP Sports Writer CHICAGO — Chauncey Billups sat and laughed, figuring the Denver Nuggets would celebrate soon enough. In the meantime, the Chicago Bulls were having their moment...
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Weller's late FG gives Ohio 27-24 win
AMHERST, N.Y.(AP) — Matt Weller’s 47-yard field goal with 1:25 left gave Ohio a 27-24 victory over Buffalo on Tuesday night...
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Roy and Aldridge help Blazers beat Grizzlies
MEMPHIS, Tenn.(AP) — A second half burst and a stronger defensive effort sent the Portland Trail Blazers off to a good start on their five-game road trip...
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Perron has hat trick, paces Blues' rout of Canucks
ST. LOUIS — The St. Louis Blues believed they were due for a breakout game at home. Andy McDonald, Brad Boyes and David Perron paved the way for an offensive outburst...
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Al Davis Involved in Fantasy Football Scandal
According to documents obtained by The Sports Courier, Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis has allegedly been paying off fantasy footballers to draft/trade for players on his roster, despite the fact that as a unit, they are horrendous...
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Big Ten and SEC Football: Where Have All The Quarterbacks Gone?
It's been a bit dull around here lately, hasn't it? Two conferences that usually produce great quarterbacks have somehow managed to stop the assembly line production, and it's having a ripple affect...
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Sens' Spezza scores winning goal in SO vs. Oilers
OTTAWA — Jason Spezza scored the deciding goal in the shootout, but Pascal Leclaire won the game for the Ottawa Senators. Leclaire made 31 saves, and the Senators twice came from behind for a 4-3 win over the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday night...
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Fedor Emelianeko's Injuries The Thorn in Strikeforce's Side
After a fairly successful Saturday night for Strikeforce's first card on a major television network, the organization might find themselves in a bit of a conundrum...
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Next For Fedor: Fabricio Werdum Wants Shot
Fabricio Werdum has moved himself to the on-deck circle for Fedor Emelianenko. Werdum overcame first round troubles to grind out the close unanimous decision over Antonio “Bigfoot” Silva...
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No. 1 Jayhawks romp over Pittsburg State, 103-45
By DOUG TUCKER AP Sports Writer LAWRENCE, Kan.(AP) — Bill Self spent years scouting, courting and signing the current Kansas Jayhawks. He’s still getting to know them...
