Nuggets double up Timberwolves as Kleiza shines
Linus Kleiza posted his first career double double with 23 points and 10 rebounds to lift the Denver Nuggets past the Minnesota Timberwolves 122-107. Iverson scored 25 before sitting as reserves finished the win, while a Lithuanian fan group of about 50 cheered from the stands.
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Kenyan wins third Boston Marathon in tough conditions
Kenyan runner Robert Cheruiyot defied wet icy conditions to win his third Boston Marathon, defending his title and extending Kenya’s string of 15 victories in 17 years. He finished about 20 seconds ahead of countryman James Kwambai, amid wind and rain and a cautious finish after a Chicago slip a year earlier.
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Scott City coach Arnold leaves for Topeka-Hayden
Beavers football and baseball mentor Bill Arnold departs after seven seasons to become head football coach at Topeka-Hayden High School. He will stay through the school year end, citing family proximity as a key factor. Arnold compiled a 56-17 record and guided Scott City to last season’s 3A state quarterfinals, earning The Telegram’s 2006 area coach of the year award.
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Tigers 12 Royals 5 as Verlander endures slow game
Detroit beat Kansas City 12 to 5 in a game where Justin Verlander waited 35 minutes for the Tigers to bat around after Zack Greinke exited early. Ivan Rodriguez delivered a grand slam in the first inning, with Detroit adding three more runs later.
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Myers Shines At Hays Invite In Tough Conditions
Garden City High School senior Brett Myers won the Hays High Invitational with a 2 over par 73 at Smoky Hills Country Club, days after his grandfather Carl died. He led GCHL to third place as Salina South edged host Salina Indians for the team title.
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Chiefs plan to replace Shields with Welbourn at guard
Kansas City Chiefs President Carl Peterson said veteran John Welbourn will likely replace 12 time Pro Bowl guard Will Shields, who announced retirement after a 14 year career with 231 starts. Peterson noted Shields’ shoes will be hard to fill and preparations include adding veterans and younger linemen.
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Prince Wildcats ready to tackle tough nonconference schedule
Kansas State coach Ron Prince embraces an aggressive nonconference slate with games at Auburn and Fresno State. He argues the tougher schedule will boost development, following last season's setback against a nationally ranked Louisville.
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