Underdog Defenses Define Orange Bowl Upset Story
Oklahoma's stout defense shut down Florida State in the Orange Bowl mirroring Garden City's Valley of the Sun Bowl performance against Glendale. Both underdogs capitalized on turnovers and missed chances by the favored offenses, proving the defenses carried the narratives and altering expectations for the season's climax.
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Royals trade Johnny Damon to Athletics in three team deal
The Kansas City Royals traded Johnny Damon to the Oakland Athletics in a three team deal involving nine players. Ben Grieve heads to Tampa Bay, Roberto Hernandez moves to KC, with AJ Hinch and Cory Lidle also in the swap. Damon, a feared basestealer and outfielder, joins an improved A’s lineup while KC adds minor leaguer Angel Berroa and bullpen help. Beane says the move shores up the team despite Damon’s impending free agency next winter.
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Royals trade Johnny Damon to Oakland for prospects
Royals general manager Allard Baird traded outfielder Johnny Damon, Mark Ellis, and a player to be named later to Oakland for closer Roberto Hernandez, shortstop Angel Berroa, and catcher A J Hinch. Damon declined a five year 32 million offer.
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Greeley County Lady Jackrabbits ride balanced scoring to win
Stan Shafer says balanced scoring keys Greeley County's 54-37 win over Stanton County as Shawna Peterson Young and Dixon lead a group of multiple scorers. Four players hit double digits in another late win, showing depth beyond top scorers. Meanwhile Stanton County battles injuries and illness dampening their state hopes.
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Firing of Bills' Phillips Imperative for Change
Buffalo Bills fire coach Wade Phillips with one year left on his contract after he refused to release special teams coach Ronnie Jones. Owner Ralph Wilson cited a poor special teams record and the desire to improve as reasons, following a 8-8 season and Tennessee playoff loss.
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Lady Bulldogs Top The Telegram Top 5 With OT Win
In a lone game this week the Lady Bulldogs defeated Lakin 54 to 51 in overtime. Hammond scored a game high 17 points nine in overtime and was 4-of-4 from the line. She ranks fourth on the team with 8.9 points per game.
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