Average MLB salary tops 3 million for first time
The Major League Baseball Players Association says the average salary in the majors rose to 3,014,572 for 912 players before September rosters expand, up 0.6 percent from last year. The Yankees led with an average of 7,604,937, while Philadelphia, Boston, and Chicago clubs followed in the top tiers. several teams, including Houston and Pittsburgh, trailed with lower averages.
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Miami hires Al Golden to lead Hurricanes football program
Miami athletic director Kirby Hocutt hired Al Golden as the Hurricanes coach after a New York interview, replacing Randy Shannon. Golden signed a five year deal potentially worth about 2 million dollars annually with incentives, and will lead Miami toward national relevance after a 7-5 season and recent bowl bid uncertainty. Interim coach Jeff Stoutland will run the bowl game against Notre Dame.
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Edsall says he is happy staying at Connecticut
Randy Edsall states he enjoys his job at Connecticut and plans to stay as long as it remains fun. He has been linked to other major openings, including Florida and Miami, but believes the grass isn’t always greener. He compares UConn to a child and notes two remaining goals: win a BCS bowl and claim a national championship.
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Packers cautious on Rodgers return after second concussion
Green Bay coach Mike McCarthy said the team will be cautious evaluating Aaron Rodgers as he begins the concussion protocol. Rodgers, who exited after a hit in Detroit, faces an unclear status for Sunday’s trip to New England amid other injuries. Flynn awaits if Rodgers cannot play.
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Jets assistant apologizes for tripping Dolphins player
Dolphins linebacker Karlos Dansby blasted Jets head and staff after Sal Alesi, the Jets strength coach, tripped Dolphins cornerback Nolan Carroll during a punt return. The NFL reviews the sideline incident while Jets and league consider discipline. Alesi apologized, calling his conduct a total lapse in judgment.
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