Miscellaneous

Oregon Ducks QB Jeremiah Masoli facing charge for burglary

March 11, 2010

Oregon quarterback Jeremiah Masoli faces a burglary charge in connection with a theft at a campus fraternity house in late January.

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Merlin Olsen, Pro Football Hall of Fame lineman, dies at 69

March 11, 2010

Merlin Olsen, a Pro Football Hall of Fame defensive lineman who was part of the Los Angeles Rams’ famed “Fearsome Foursome” of the 1960s, has died after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was 69.

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Bill Guerin of Pittsburgh Penguins: Hits to head should result in suspensions — including Matt Cooke

March 11, 2010

Pittsburgh Penguins forward Bill Guerin says the NHL must outlaw hits to the head.

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Temple wants 3rd straight A-10 title

March 11, 2010

AP Basketball Writer

PHILADELPHIA – Temple is on a mission to make it an A-10 title sweep.

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Nets-Thunder Preview

March 11, 2010

STATS Writer

The Oklahoma City Thunder are trying to earn a spot in the postseason for the first time in five years. A solid stretch run could have them hosting a first-round series.

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Gilstrap done at Iowa State

March 11, 2010

DES MOINES, Iowa — Iowa State coach Greg McDermott says senior Marquis Gilstrap won’t return next season after the school’s request for an extra year of eligibility was denied.

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Jose Reyes of New York Mets told to rest, out at least two weeks

March 11, 2010

Mets shortstop Jose Reyes has been told to rest and refrain from athletic activity until his thyroid levels normalize.

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Tim Tebow has below-average Wonderlic score, report says

March 11, 2010

While former Florida quarterback Tim Tebow wowed evaluators with his on-field performance at the NFL combine last month, Tebow scored a 22 out of 50 on the 12-minute Wonderlic test, the Palm Beach Post reported, citing an NFL source.

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Jazz-Bucks Preview

March 11, 2010

STATS Senior Writer

The Milwaukee Bucks knew they had three tough games to begin their homestand. Though they won the first two, the third may prove to be the most difficult.

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Report: Signs point to Tiger Woods’ return at Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill

March 11, 2010

More signs are pointing to Tiger Woods’ return to golf in two weeks, at the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill in Orlando, according to a report in the New York Post

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Helton agrees to two-year extension with Rockies

March 11, 2010

Sporting News staff reports

Rockies first baseman Todd Helton has agreed to a two-year, $9 million extension with the team, according to The Denver Post.

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Cincinnati Reds 2010 preview

March 11, 2010

Cincinnati’s 27-13 finish in 2009 provided some hope. But will Joey Votto have his breakout season? Can Scott Rolen stay healthy? Will Aaron Harang bounce back in a contract year?

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AccuScore: Evaluating the impact of the Ravens’ new receivers

March 11, 2010

Stephen Oh, AccuScore analyst

The Ravens made the AFC championship game in 2008 and won a playoff game in 2009 without a true No. 1 wide receiver.

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One win doesn’t convince Devils all is right

March 11, 2010

NEWARK, N.J. — With a month left in the regular season, the New Jersey Devils are somewhat of a question mark.

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Lions re-sign OT Jon Jansen and LB Vinny Ciurciu

March 11, 2010

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The Detroit Lions have added depth on both sides of the ball.

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Tomlinson visits Vikings

March 11, 2010

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — LaDainian Tomlinson is in Minnesota meeting with the Vikings about joining Adrian Peterson in what would be a big-name backfield.

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