Notable sports birthdays and records from 1966 to 2004
Highlights include 1966 indoor pole vault record by Bob Seagren at 17 feet in Albuquerque. 1973 Fritz Peterson and Mike Kekich swap wives. 1981 Scott Hamilton wins World Figure Skating title in Hartford. 1985 Mike Bossy scores 50th goal as first to eight straight 50 goal seasons. 2004 Ottawa and Philadelphia set NHL penalty minutes record 419 in one game with five brawls, Flyers 5 Senators 3.
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Santana mystery free agency hangs over Zito money talk
A sports agent weighs the market value of Johan Santana, noting Santana won’t hit free agency for two years while Barry Zito’s earnings reach 18 million. Analysts speculate whether Santana could fetch a similar or higher deal once eligible, though uncertainty persists about timing and teams interested.
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Ahman Green heads to Houston as new Texan starter
Houston agreed to terms with running back Ahman Green a former Packer, likely becoming the starter after last season’s struggles. He will be introduced at a 1 pm news conference in Houston today with the Texans’ coach and staff, while Dayne and other backs remain in consideration.
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Jaguars sign Northcutt to five year deal
The Jacksonville Jaguars reached a five year contract with former Cleveland receiver Dennis Northcutt in free agency. In Dallas, the Cowboys agreed to terms with offensive lineman Leonard Davis on a seven year contract worth about 50 million dollars.
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Montoya Wins Telcel Motorola 200 NASCAR Busch Race
Montoya spins his teammate Scott Pruett to take the lead with eight laps left and holds off Denny Hamlin for his first Busch Series victory at the Telcel Motorola 200. Pruett blasts the move as dirty driving while Montoya apologizes for the incident. Las Vegas Open: Hewitt edges Melzer 6 4 7 6 to win a third Tennis Channel Open title.
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Culture of competitiveness fuels online steroid demand
Albany County District Attorney P. David Soares says New York America's sports culture creates a dangerous use of performance enhancing drugs. He notes a culture of competitiveness and a willing consumer base supports a thriving illegal steroid trade online.
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Duke Hurts Hansbrough in UNC Duke Rivalry Forearm Ejection
Tom Sorensen recalls the UNC Duke game where Gerald Henderson’s late forearm knocked Tyler Hansbrough to the floor, drawing an ejection and stirred debate over intent. Hansbrough finished with 26 points and 17 rebounds as UNC won 86 to 72, but the incident dominated postgame chatter.
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