Astros star Gurriel suspended five games for World Series gesture
Yuli Gurriel received a five game unpaid suspension to start the 2018 season after cameras captured a racial gesture and the slur Chinito during a Friday game. He apologized and agreed to sensitivity training, with the Astros donating his salary to diversity charities. Darvish called the incident disrespectful but sought a learning moment.
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Florida says it is not negotiating Jim McElwain buyout
Florida officials deny any talks on buying out coach Jim McElwain amid reports online and during a tense week. UF athletics director Scott Stricklin stressed focus on the Florida Georgia game as questions swirl over McElwain and the 3-3 start. The season has included off field issues and a contentious defense of the coach amid speculations about his fate.
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Moore the overlooked leader headlines Ohio linebackers standouts
Ohio linebacker Chad Moore is praised as a disruptive playmaker and leader who excels at multiple positions. Coaches compare him to top defenders, while teammates credit his football IQ, coverage ability, and defensive versatility as pivotal to the Bobcats’ run defense and nickel packages.
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Miami RedHawks on verge of MAC East title chase in 2017
Miami faces a pivotal stretch as coach Chuck Martin’s RedHawks, 3-4 in favored games, battle East co-leaders Ohio and Akron. Despite injuries to Ragland and key players, linebackers led by Brad Koenig and cornerback Heath Harding anchor a solid defense as Miami seeks a late surge to clinch the division.
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Carter aims for versatile, high-volume season modeled after LeBron
Carter says he plans to take 800 shots and run a motion based offense with Doug Taylor and Kevin Mickle. He aims to be a complete player, able to score, pass, rebound and defend in multiple ways. He credits LeBron James as a blueprint while stressing helping teammates to open opportunities.
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