LeBron James Named NBA MVP In Akron Ceremony
LeBron James captured the NBA MVP award with 109 of 121 first place votes totaling 1 172 points in balloting by U S and Canada finishing ahead of Kobe Bryant Dwyane Wade was third. The ceremony took place at the high school gym where James first gained prominence.
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Derby winner Mine That Bird to run in Preakness
Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird will race in the Preakness Stakes in Baltimore on May 16. Trainer Ben Nie Woolley Jr. said a decision would come after a few days. Pimlico officials confirmed the horse is on for the second leg of the Triple Crown.
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Peoria Nets Win In Ninth On Ridling Double
The Cedar Rapids Kernels drop a 4-3 decision to the Peoria Chiefs at Memorial Stadium as Rebel Ridling delivers a game winning two out double in the top of the ninth. Kyler Burke and Francis Cabrera figure in the late stretch with Cabrera taking the loss.
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Greene Impresses in Jets Mini Camp with Big Running Back Talent
Greene, a former Iowa star with a school record 1850 rushing yards and 20 touchdowns, shines in rookie minicamp as Rex Ryan notes his power and burst. Mark Sanchez praises his potential while warning of catching consistency. The Jets traded up to draft him, pairing him with Thomas Jones and Leon Washington.
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Ex Panthers infielder Douglas off to strong start in Midwest League
Douglas, 23, is batting .364 through 16 games for the West Michigan Whitecaps despite wrist and ankle injuries. Manager Joe DePastino praises him as a smart hitter who waits for the right pitch andklines with consecutive strong seasons in the Tigers' minor-league ladder.
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