Freestyle skier Jeret Peterson found dead in Utah canyon
Olympic silver medalist Jeret Speedy Peterson died by his own actions in Lambs Canyon between Salt Lake City and Park City Utah. Police said a death note was found near his car and that he had called 911 before shooting himself addressing his struggles after a DUI citation in Idaho.
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NFL teams begin wave of player cuts after lockout ends
Newsday reports that within hours of the lockout ending, teams moved to release veteran players amid the first uses of the salary cap. Ravens cut Todd Heap Willis McGahee Derrick Mason and Kelly Gregg. Giants cut Rich Seubert Shaun O'Hara. Cowboys Roy Williams Marion Barber. Packers Nick Barnett. Patriots Tully Banta-Cain. Vikings Jimmy Kennedy.
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Ravens cut four veterans to clear cap space
Baltimore moves to reshape its 2011 roster by releasing Willis McGahee Todd Heap Derrick Mason and Kelly Gregg after agreeing to a five year 32 million deal for Marshal Yanda the versatile lineman. Coach John Harbaugh confirmed the cuts as GM Ozzie Newsome prioritizes Yanda.
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Panthers land Charles Johnson on $72 million deal
In Charlotte, the Carolina Panthers secured prized defensive end Charles Johnson with a six year contract worth 72 million dollars, including a 30 million signing bonus. Johnson plans to sign the deal Friday after confirmation Tuesday night. He said the Panthers pursued him aggressively and he believed their commitment.
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Giants eye Burress return after prison release
ESPN reports the New York Giants spoke with former wide receiver Plaxico Burress on Tuesday as they explore every option. No deal is expected imminently, but the team is assessing whether the 34 year old has changed since his 2008 gun incident and prison release.
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NCAA Panel proposes redefining agent in college sports
The NCAA Division I Amateurism Cabinet urges broadening the agent definition to include family members and third parties who broker services for money. The move targets pay-for-play schemes linked to Cam Newton and aims to close loopholes that let players compete amid investigations. The Leadership Council will review the proposal at its August 2 meeting.
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OSU Bans Pryor Five Years From Athletics
Ohio State announced that former star quarterback Terrelle Pryor would not play during the 2011 season and is barred from any contact with the school's athletic program for five years. The move follows Pryor's involvement with the football program and NFL eligibility discussions.
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Love switches courts to beach volleyball in NYC
Kevin Love the NBA rebound leader heads to the Manhattan Beach Open on the pro volleyball tour during the lockout. He says the move keeps him active, in the sun, and in shape, calling it a home run as he practices with pros.
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Royals Spotlight Two Day Sports Calendar
The calendar lists upcoming baseball and soccer actions with the Red Sox games in Boston at 6 10 p m and 12 30 p m on Thursday plus a Sporting Kansas City matchup. It highlights two day schedule details and venue notes for Boston events.
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KU Sports Editors Email Contacts
Contact details list editors for KU sports including Tom Keegan Andrew Hartsock Gary Bedore and Matt Tait with email addresses at ljworld.com. The note designates roles as Sports Editor Associate Sports Editor and links for KU men’s basketball and KU football coverage.
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Notable sports milestones from 1986 and 2006 headlines
The passage recalls 1986 events including Greg Lemond’s Tour de France win over Hinault, Pat Bradley’s LPGA playoff victory, and Bobby Hillin Jr. becoming NASCAR’s youngest winner at Talladega. It also notes a 2006 twist with Floyd Landis’ Tour de France victory questioned after a positive testosterone test.
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