Nadal Cruises In Open First Round As Daniel Retires
Rafael Nadal opened his Australian Open bid with a 6-0 5-0 lead before Marcos Daniel retired with a left knee injury after 47 minutes aiding Nadal's energy management. Nadal eyes a Rafa Slam and current four major titles, while Vera Zvonareva dominates Sybille Bammer to reach her third straight Grand Slam final. Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic also advanced in straight sets.
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Disrespected and Destined Jets Face Nonbelievers in Conference
The Jets, Steelers, Packers, and Bears cite slights as fuel for the conference championships. Rex Ryan and players frame Super Bowl XLV as proof their squads deserve belief, while Capers and teammates say bulletin-board material intensified focus and fire.
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Raiders promote Hue Jackson to head coach
In Alameda Hue Jackson was elevated from offensive coordinator to head coach after helping Oakland more than double its scoring. Owner Al Davis praised the move as a long lasting flame for Raider Nation.
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Dolphins Hire Daboll As Offensive Coordinator
The Miami Dolphins plan to hire Cleveland Browns coordinator Brian Daboll as offensive coordinator. The team has chosen Cabell and expects an official announcement later this week.
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Ohio State Tops AP Top 25 Replacing Duke at No 1
Ohio State moves to No 1 with an 18 0 record after Duke's loss opens the way. The Buckeyes receive 49 first place votes as Kansas Syracuse and Duke shuffle positions behind them. Cincinnati Reds sign Joey Votto to a three year 38 million deal to avoid arbitration.
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Rockies Bring Giambi Back to Bolster Lineup
The Colorado Rockies agreed to bring back Jason Giambi on a minor league contract and signed right-hander Matt Lindstrom to a 6.6 million two year deal. Giambi could serve as a late inning pinch hitter while Lindstrom adds a hard throwing bullpen arm.
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Baylor Women Stay No 1 In AP Poll
Baylor remains the top ranked team in the AP women's basketball poll for the third straight week. The Lady Bears collected 25 first-place votes after beating Texas by 15 points and routing Oklahoma State. UConn stayed second with 13 first place votes, with Duke Stanford and Tennessee rounding out the top five.
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Auburn WR Darvin Adams declares for NFL Draft
Auburn University confirms wide receiver Darvin Adams will forgo his senior season to turn pro in the NFL. The decision follows similar moves by Cam Newton and Nick Fairley as the Tigers look to the upcoming draft.
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Nets coach says no word on Anthony meeting yet
New Jersey Nets coach Avery Johnson said he has not been informed of any meeting with Carmelo Anthony but wants to participate if it occurs. Reports claimed Denver had allowed talks to persuade Anthony to accept a three year, 65 million extension and a possible three team deal sending him to New Jersey. Anthony said he did not want to talk to potential suitors.
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Love named U.S. Ryder Cup captain for 2012
Two officials confirm that Love will lead the United States as captain for the 2012 Ryder Cup, with the formal announcement set for Thursday at Medinah, the competition site. The confirmation comes prior to the official disclosure.
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Kansas University Two Day Sports Calendar
Wednesday schedule includes women's basketball vs Baylor at 7 p.m. at KU. Also girls basketball at Lawrence High at 7 p.m. Bowling at FSHS dual at 3 30 p.m. Swimming at Blue Valley Southwest Invitational at 4 p.m. Wrestling at SM Northwest dual at 6 p.m. Girls basketball vs Heritage Christian and boys basketball vs Heritage Christian listed.
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