Nationals Open Spring Training in Washington After Montreal Move
Frank Robinson, manager of the Washington Nationals, leads through the clubhouse in Viera Florida as the team begins spring training. The session marks their first since relocating from Montreal to Washington D C.
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NCAA to release academic data on teams risking scholarships
NCAA says schools will receive notices next week about academic performance. Public reports will be available Feb. 28. Officials estimate about 20 percent of men’s basketball and 30 percent of football teams face immediate penalties based on 2003-04 data, with actions delayed until 2004-05 data is reviewed.
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NHL Players Union Face off Over Salary Cap Standstill
The NHL proposed a $42.5 million salary cap in a take it or leave it move to players. The union countered at $49 million, which was rejected, then lowered to $52 million before the league kept its stance. The final offer rose to $40 million with a 10 am deadline and Bettman warned of a season cancellation two hours after any rejection.
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Arbitration ruling upholds Williams repayment to Dolphins
U S District Judge James Cohn affirmed an arbitration award ordering Ricky Williams to repay the Miami Dolphins 8.6 million dollars after Williams abruptly retired. The judge said the arbitrator acted within his authority and Florida law did not require a different result. The item also notes college basketball Iowa at Purdue and a TV listings snippet from KGAN.
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Lancers keep pressure on Riders in tight USHL race
The Omaha Lancers and Cedar Rapids RoughRiders tied for the USHL points lead after a 5 4 shootout win by Omaha at Cedar Rapids Ice Arena. Both teams sit on 67 points with Cedar Rapids holding a game in hand. The clubs face each other again in Council Bluffs in early March.
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Cyclones ride six-game streak toward Kansas trip
Iowa State (14-8, 6-5) rolls to a 57-42 win over Kansas State at Hilton Coliseum as Tasheed Carr and Rahshon Clark help fuel a six-game Big 12 run. The Cyclones, previously 0-5 in conference play, eye a possible upset at Kansas after beating three Top 25 teams en route to fifth place. Carr says they can win at Phog Allen Fieldhouse despite facing the Jayhawks on national TV.
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Final duel with Keady on his court
Purdue faces Gene Keady for the last time on his court at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette. The 68 year old coach departs soon after a storied 25 year run with six Big Ten titles and 511 wins, with Iowa hoping to spoil the farewell on Ready Court one final time.
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Alford denies Pierce appeal in effort to save scholarship
Ex Hawkeye begins appeal process after permanent dismissal from Iowa men s basketball team Feb 2 following six criminal counts including burglary and sexual abuse. Attorney says goal is to preserve scholarship and stay on track for graduation while university notes breach of trust. Denial at this step was expected as the process starts with no set timeline.
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