Hirst: Weekend football wrap with chaos and big plays
A Gazette by Mike Hias recaps a wild football weekend. Highlights include Bruce Madej joining 13 Wolverines guests at Amana's, Bo Schembechler's blunt trip quip, Texas Tech QB Symons' 505 yard 8 TD game, and Iowa Minnesota Ohio State Wisconsin primetime bets.
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Cubs Deliver Postseason Poise Top Braves in Five
Kerry Wood and Mark Prior overwhelmed Atlanta as the Cubs won in five games. Chicago played five straight error-free playoff games, led by Alex Gonzalez and Mark Grudzielanek who anchored the defense and offense. Dusty Baker's club benefited from timely double plays and clutch hitting to claim the NLCS and end 95 years of franchise frustration.
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Twins face uncertain future as players weigh returns
The Minnesota Twins end the season with many stars undecided on return. Corey Koskie Eddie Guardado Denny Hocking Shannon Stewart LaTroy Hawkins Rick Reed Kenny Rogers and Doug Mientkiewicz all face uncertain futures. Owner Carl Pohlad attended the ceremony as Johan Santana proved steadier than the ceremonial pitch. The club weighs payroll limits and the need for a right handed power hitter while aiming to stay competitive in a small market.
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Veteran greats face the pull of time in late-night showdowns
Evander Holyfield and Emmitt Smith, legendary athletes nearing retirement, endured tough outings last weekend. Holyfield absorbed a Toney upset in Las Vegas while Smith, lingering on with a declining Cardinals team, contemplates a final season amid questions of leaving on top. Roger Clemens, still dominant at 41, hints at life after baseball as Time presses.
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