Donovan Reflects on Olympic Rivalry and World Junior Triumph
Cedar Rapids RoughRiders alumnus Matt Donovan, now a Denver freshman, recalls the US teams' success at the World Junior Championship in Saskatchewan and the Olympic shock of Canada in Vancouver. He notes the experience shaped his defenseman role and pride in representing his country.
RoughRiders alum Matt Donovan builds pro hopes from USHL to Denver
Edmond Oklahoma native Matt Donovan starred as a defenseman for the RoughRiders in 2007-08 and 2008-09 with six goals and 12 assists in 30 games. He played for the US team that won the 2010 World Junior Championship in Canada and is a 2008 fourth round NHL draft pick of the New York Islanders. He spoke of adjusting to higher pace, rooming with Paul Phillips at Denver, and plans to complete his four-year college run before pursuing pro hockey.
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Canadian Schnuelle Leads Iditarod Early After Rainy Pass Stop
Canadian Sebastian Schnuelle regained the Iditarod lead by becoming the first musher to leave Rainy Pass after a five minute rest. John Baker and Warren Palfrey followed him, while Paul Gebhardt led to Rainy Pass but rested. Lance Mackey, defending champion, notes his team is sharp despite health issues and past cancer. Mackey also declines marijuana use amid a pending charge and discusses his rare double-title feats.
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NASCAR faces tough dilemma over Edwards Keselowski crash
In Charlotte NASCAR weighs penalties after Carl Edwards intentional wreck of Brad Keselowski four races into the season tests the new have at it policy. Edwards was parked after the incident and Keselowski flew airborne and hit the wall raising safety and sanction questions.
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Ex Cyclone Wallace Traded From Seahawks to Browns
Seneca Wallace, a former Iowa State standout and backup quarterback for Seattle, is traded to the Cleveland Browns for an undisclosed 2011 draft pick. Wallace played seven seasons with Seattle and had 1,532 passing yards and 11 touchdowns in 2008.
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Selig Says HGH Test Validity for Minor Leaguers Not Determined
Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig says it is too early to determine if a blood HGH test can be used for minor leaguers as experts study data. He notes no timetable for conclusions and stresses authenticity questions while efforts to develop tests continue with USOC and NFL.
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Cavaliers rest LeBron James again amid ankle soreness
LeBron James sat out a second straight game to rest a tender right ankle after injuring it against Detroit. Coach Mike Brown cited ankle soreness and back discomfort but said James could play through it, noting a break in the schedule.
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