2day in Sports History highlights 1951 1996 and 2007
In 1951 Norm Van Brocklin throws a 73 yard TD to Tom Fears sealing the Rams 24 17 win over the Browns for the NFL title. In 1996 Barry Sanders racks up 175 rushing yards as Detroit loses 24 14 to San Francisco, marking his third straight 1500 yard season. Also in 2007 New England Patriots post a 15th win setting an NFL best start, while Chris Johnson earns 408 all purpose yards and East Carolina edges Boise State 41 38 in the Hawaii Bowl.
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Phillies star Howard recalls meeting Trump on Costas Now
Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Ryan Howard describes the encounter with Donald Trump during an HBO Costas Now taping. He says Trump seemed different in person and remarks about money changing hands while Trump was reportedly present.
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Ryan Howard
Donald Trump
Costas
HBO
Reporters urged to share game scores with desk
Coaches are urged to report scores by calling 832-6367 or fax 843-4512 or emailing sportsdesk at Ijworld.com. The notice emphasizes timely submission for publication and coverage of high school and college contests.
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Whom to Call for Local Sports and Park Info
Contact numbers for KU and KC sports ticket offices plus Royals Wizards Chiefs and other teams are listed. Field conditions and park updates handled by City Parks and Recreation with codes 1123 1124 1125 and a web link for more details.
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KC Wizards
Royals
City Parks and Recreation
Bradford Tops McCoy Tebow Again In AP Player Of Year
Oklahoma quarterback Sam Bradford was named the Associated Press college football player of the year, beating Colt McCoy and Tim Tebow who finished second and third respectively. Bradford led Oklahoma to 702 points, a Hawaii record pace, and a 60-point five-game streak into the BCS title game. Also noted was the St Louis Rams leadership shakeup as president Jay Zygmunt resigned amid a restructuring and looming GM search.
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Jason White
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Tebow
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Florida
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Hawaii
Sooners
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Jay Zygmunt
St Louis Rams
John Shaw
Rams
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Jim Haslett
Scott Linehan
Atlanta
Sam Bradford
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Kansas City
Associated Press
Pittman Fined After Skipping Practice Ahead of Loss
Rams running back Antonio Pittman was fined 25000 for missing Saturday practice and was inactive in Sundays 17 16 defeat to the 49ers. Coach Jim Haslett announced the disciplinary measure on Monday.
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Denver
Denver Nuggets
Carmelo Anthony
Philadelphia
Anthony
Phoenix
Pirates Reach 11.5 Million Three Year Deal With Doumit
Pirates catcher Ryan Doumit agreed to an 11.5 million three year contract with a club option that could push the deal to 26.5 million. Doumit hit .318 with 15 homers and 69 RBIs after winning the starting job and led the NL with a .323 average while catching.
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Ryan Doumit
Pittsburgh Pirates
Doumit
Pirates
Ronny Paulino
Mark Parent
Bears edge Packers in overtime to stay alive for playoffs
In frigid Soldier Field conditions the Bears beat Green Bay 20-17 in overtime after Alex Brown blocked a late Packers field goal to force OT. Robbie Gould booted a 38 yard winner as Chicago improved to 9-6, keeping hope for the NFC North title alive with a final game at Houston and a Minnesota loss possible scenario.
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Green Bay
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