November 2011
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CC Sabathia agrees to 5-year, $122-million deal... →
Just hours before the free agency deadline, CC Sabathia signed a 5-year, $122-million deal with the New York Yankees. The new deal essentially grants Sabathia a one-year extension worth $30 million to ensure that he stay in New York. He would have become the top pitcher available on the free-agent market.
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Kim Kardashian to divorce Kris Humphries of New... →
72 days after tying the knot, the ever popular Kim Kardashian plans to divorce NBA player Kris Humphries of the New Jersey Nets. “I had hoped this marriage was forever but sometimes things don’t work out as planned,” said Kardashian.
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October 2011
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Tony La Russa Retires →
Three days after the St. Louis Cardinals won the World Series in an thrilling comeback, team manager Tony La Russa retires, saying “This just feels like it’s time to end it.”
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BIG HITS! →
35 pictures of some college football’s best ‘hits.’
Helmets are optional…
Enjoy.
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NCAA Directors approve reform proposal - ESPN →
Many colleges athletes have been accused of taking illegal benefits, causing much harm to their football team and their school’s athletic department. USC, Ohio State, and Miami are just a few of the big name universities that have undergone NCAA investigations due to improper benefits and other violations.
But today, the NCAA Board of Directors approved a sweeping reform package that will...
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University of Southern California Official... →
The stage is set for this weekend’s Pac-12 matchup between USC and Stanford. 74% of the country will receive the game on primetime, and with only 1,000 tickets remaining for the public, the game is shaping up to be a doozie and a sellout at the Coliseum.
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Top recruit Arik Armstead de-commits from Trojans →
Arik Armstead, brother of current USC defensive lineman Armond Armstead, has withdrawn his verbal commitment to the Trojans to explore other options for next year. The poor treatment of his brother’s supposed heart condition has played a role in his decision to de-commit from USC.
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Dan Wheldon dies in Indy Car Tragedy →
The well-known and well-liked Indy Car driver Dan Wheldon died in a horrific 15 car accident at Las Vegas Motor Speedway this past Sunday, in what was only his third race of the 2011 race season.
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NFL Predictions - Week 5 →
Our NFL writers make their picks for the Top 5 games of the week, including the Detroit Lions going for (gasp!) 5-0. - James Santelli
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NBA Labor Agreement - ESPN →
The first two weeks of NBA regular season is in jeopardy of being canceled, if no agreement is reached by Monday, says commissioner David Stern.
But is Mr. Stern actually telling the truth? Will we miss only two weeks of the regular season? What are your thoughts…
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Preview: CC, Verlander To Start Game 3 - MLB.com →
The Yankees send CC Sabathia to the hill, while the Tigers counter with Justin Verlander in Game 3 of the ALDS.
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With a match-up between two of the league’s best pitchers, I can’t wait to see who will pull ahead in this tied series! Who’s your pick?
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Lynx Take Game 1 of WNBA Finals (Highlights) -... →
Rebekkah Brunson scores 26 points and grabs 11 rebounds in Lynx’s 88-74 win over Dream in Game 1 of WNBA Finals.
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Many people have said the WNBA is more appealing this year as a result of the NBA lockout. As a UConn fan, I loved seeing my girl Maya Moore tear it up! Did you tune in?
- Janet Edbrooke, Neon Tommy Sports
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USC vs. Arizona Highlights - Fox Sports →
Today was a great day to be a Trojan! USC improved to a 4-1 record with their victory against Arizona, and what a great game it was for the fans!
- Janet Edbrooke, Neon Tommy Sports
More on the game from ESPN Los Angeles:
Matt Barkley passed for a school-record 468 yards and four touchdowns, Robert Woods made 14 catches for 255 yards and two scores, and Southern...
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Terry Francona To Leave Red Sox - NESN.com →
Terry Francona’s tenure as the manager of the Red Sox came to an end on Friday. While it may be disappointing initially, the move may pay off for Francona down the road — at least in terms of his health.
In his final news conference on Friday, Francona spoke about the toll that managing in Boston takes on someone. He had nothing but praise for a region...
