Former Anahuac star Mikhael Ricks signs with NY Jets
Former Anahuac football standout Mikhael Ricks signs with the New York Jets after two seasons with Detroit. The 29 year old tight end posted 37 receptions for 437 yards and two touchdowns last season while also playing fullback. Ricks, a second round pick by the Chargers in 1998, ranks sixth in Lumberjack history with 2037 receiving yards and earned Southland Conference Offensive Player of the Year as a senior.
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Astros Rally To Split Doubleheader With Reds
Darren Oliver earned his first Astros start in an 8-0 win after a rain suspended, 3-2 Reds comeback in 13 innings. Houston's three pitchers combined on a four hitter as Beltran and Lamb homered in the nine run night. Pettitte scratched with elbow soreness. Oliver improved to 3-3 amid a long, rain‑streaked day at Great American Ball Park.
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Garciaparra Traded From Red Sox to Cubs in Major Deal
Five-time All-Star Nomar Garciaparra moved from Boston to Chicago as part of a four-team blockbuster trade before the 4 pm deadline. The swap included Steve Finley Esteban Loaiza and Orlando Cabrera, with Randy Johnson staying with Arizona. Garciaparra cited mixed feelings about leaving Boston but looked forward to joining a storied Cubs franchise.
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Texans look for Bradford to go deep more in 2004
Texans receiver Corey Bradford, known for speed and deep plays, eyes a bigger role in 2004 after a limited 2003 season. Coach Dom Capers emphasized improving downfield connections with quarterback David Carr, noting Bradford’s past big-play potential and contract context. Bradford has 10 career TD catches at 48.1 yards per TD and 697 receiving yards in 2002 despite limited targets.
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