Darvish Cubs reach record 126 million contract deal
Yu Darvish and the Chicago Cubs finalized a six year 126 million contract in Mesa Arizona. The deal tops free agent salaries this off season and places Darvish in a rotation with Lester Hendricks Quintana and Chatwood. Epstein called Darvish the primary target and a premier strikeout pitcher of his generation.
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Shaun White wins third Olympic halfpipe gold in Pyeongchang
Shaun White claimed his third Olympic gold in men's halfpipe at Pyeongchang with a 97.75 score in the final. He trailed Ayumu Hirano entering the last run but delivered a bold sequence including two 1440s, igniting a triumphant celebration as the score flashed.
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Bichon Frise Wins Best in Show at Westminster
Flynn the bichon frise shocks Madison Square Garden crowd as it wins best in show at Westminster Kennel Club. The surprise victory tops rivals including Biggie the giant schnauzer, Bean the Sussex spaniel, Lucy the borzoi, Slick the border collie, Winston the Norfolk terrier, and runner up giant schnauzer.
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Royals begin spring training with unsettled bullpen in Surprise
In Surprise Arizona the Royals opened spring training with Wade Davis Greg Holland and Kelvin Herrera no longer the feared late innings trio by 2018 the bullpen is unsettled. Herrera back after 26 saves last season and Maurer as a potential closer with Aribtration looming. New faces Cal Eldred and Vance Wilson join as pitching and bullpen coaches as Kansas City rebuilds seeking balance in the back end.
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No. 1 Virginia tops Miami 59 50 in debut as top team
No. 1 Virginia dominates Miami 59 50 in Coral Gables as De Andre Hunter scores 22 and the Cavaliers limit the Canes to 38 percent shooting. Virginia improves to 24 2 while Miami drops to 18 7. The win comes after an overtime loss to Virginia Tech that snapped a 15 game streak.
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Kansas Today Sports Roundup Itineraries and Local Events
Kansas Today notes women’s basketball at West Virginia at 6 p.m. and Free State High School hosts bowling at Royal Crest Lanes, 4 p.m., with events at West Virginia and LHS on Thursday.
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Lawrence High Bowling at Royal Crest against FSHS
Lawrence High faces FSHS in bowling action at Royal Crest with local spectators likely watching the matchup. Both teams pursue victory as lanes host a competitive evening of pins and tactics.
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