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Mercury have talent, plan to be great; will they?

PHOENIX To Corey Gaines, his commitment to X's and O's has reached the addiction stage. Thats what I do all day, every day, the Phoenix Mercury coach said in a recent interview. The study of schemes and tactics is taken to an even greater degree for any coach when he or she experiences an upgrade in options. As a team, Gaines said, we have more options than weve ever...
Via Fox Sports Arizona
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Horton recalls throw that changed course of '68 Series

DETROIT There isnt a bigger defensive play in Tigers history than left fielder Willie Horton throwing out Lou Brock at home plate in Game 5 of the 1968 World Series. When the pivotal play of that Series was over and fans at Tiger Stadium roared, Horton jogged in and hugged shortstop Mickey Stanley on the infield. Horton shouted over the din, Thanks, Squirrely, for all the hard...
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Time has come for Lynx's Moore to take the lead

MINNEAPOLIS Maya Moore. Championships. Gold medals. MVPs. Her name's become synonymous with women's basketball prominence, her face an image of the focus and grit that can vault a 23-year-old to unimaginable hoops heights. The bulk of WNBA players will go their entire college and professional lives without attaining the accolades Moore has after just two years in the league...
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Phoenix FC snaps skid, earns draw with Charlotte

PHOENIX -- Phoenix FC snapped a three-match losing streak Thursday night by earning a 2-2 draw with Charlotte at Sun Devil Soccer Stadium. Midfielder Scott Morrison, celebrating his 29th birthday, scored on a brilliant free kick in the 17th minute, then assisted teammate Donny Toia for Toia's curling 25-yard shot into the far corner of the goal in the 38th minute. The Wolves...
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Tim Duncan Divorcing his Wife?

We lost our spark T… Tim Duncan has more problems than aging knees and a tough playoff road ahead.  He’s in the midst of a messy divorce. According to the San Antonio EXPRESS NEWS, “A divorce case filed here two months ago that bears only the initials of the husband and wife has all the hallmarks of being that of Spurs star Tim Duncan and his wife, Amy. The case is playing...
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HOW HIGH?

Seahawks rookie WR can jump 56 inches

Raekown McMillan, a top-rated linebacker headed to Ohio State in 2014, reports that head coach Urban Meyer told him he has "a linebacker butt."

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Videos:Chris Kreider scores in OT, Nathan Horton power play

When the Boston Bruins Nathan Horton rifled his power play goal past the Rangers Henrik Lundqvist, it was over, Chris Kreider saw to that. The Bruins were on their way to a sweep in their NHL Eastern Conference semifinals against the New York Rangers after taking what appeared to be a protectable 2-0 lead. Then came the third period and the Rangers found their heart.  Video...
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Tim Duncan appears to be getting a divorce

Tim Duncan has been dominant in the 2013 postseason thus far and is one of the main reasons the San Antonio Spurs are poised to challenge for another NBA championship. He is averaging 16.2 points and 9.1 rebounds in 12 playoff games against the Lakers, Warriors and Grizzlies. And it appears this may all be happening while dealing with some off-court distractions. According to the...
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Nationals Coach Was In Playgirl, So Naturally The Players Make T-Shirts To Honor Him

Well, this is something that I never thought I would be writing about: Photographic evidence that your coach posed for Playgirl in the 80’s. Nationals Steve McCatty’s 1984 Playgirl photograph was unearthed. So what do you do when you find out that your pitching coach was in Playgirl? MAKE T-SHIRTS WITH THE PHOTO ON IT. And this is just what the Nationals did. Gio Gonzalez modeled...
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Matt Kemp rocks umpire Wally Bell’s face mask with a foul

It may have been an accident, but Matt Kemp didn't do a whole lot to endear himself to home plate umpire Wally Bell on May 21.  Video: Matt Kemp rocks home plate umpire Wally Bell’s face mask The post Matt Kemp rocks umpire Wally Bell’s face mask with a foul appeared first on Players View.
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MOST FOLKS DON'T

Rob Ryan: 'I don't like getting fired'

New Saints defensive coordinator Rob Ryan seems motivated to do well with a new team after getting fired from the same position with the Cowboys.

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Royals fan runs onto field, brilliantly avoids cop while stealing rosin bag (Video)

A Kansas City Royals fan ran onto the field at Kauffman Stadium during Thursday night's game and made a brilliant move to avoid a cop while stealing the rosin bag at the pitcher's mound before finally being tackled and handcuffed. It happened in the bottom of the eighth inning as Angels pitcher Michael Kohn was preparing to deliver an 0-2 pitch to Royals batter Alcides...
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KEEPING IT CLEAN

Drug testing terms for Mathieu decided

After a rough year and a half, Tyrann Mathieu worked out an NFL contract with the Arizona Cardinals. The team, however, has some stipulations worked out due to concerns over his past behavior.

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Unnamed player says 80-90 percent of the Jets want Mark Sanchez out

The New York Jets have to make a move with Mark Sanchez and the outcome of their quarterback challenge and they needed to do it yesterday. Once again the players are declaring open season on each other in the media under the cloak of darkness that comes with not allowing one’s name likeness to be attached to a quote. As the new front office regime sorts out how the Jets will...
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20 hours ago  |  Discuss
DWIGHTMARE CONTINUES

Mavs making run at Dwight & CP3?

After missing out on the playoffs for the first time in over a decade, Mark Cuban and the Mavs are reportedly hoping to reel in some big fish this offseason. 

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1 day ago  |  Discuss
KING OF THE HILL

Too good for Little League?

12-year-old Tanner Beebe isn't being allowed to pitch in his Massachusetts Little League, because he is simply too overwhelming for opposing batters. 

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Oakland Raiders helmet, uniform, logo concept design

A number of designers have taken their shot at redesigning the Oakland Raiders helmets and uniforms to their liking. Could you imagine Matt Flynn, Josh Cribbs, or Darren McFadden wearing something like this? Featured are a number of Oakland Raiders’ helmets, uniforms, and logo designs. Some are interesting options that fans may like and others may strike  a nerve with some...
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1 day ago  |  Discuss
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