2day in Sports History Highlights Silky Sullivan and More
1958 Silky Sullivan wins the Santa Anita Derby by three lengths after a dramatic rally from early trouble. 1971 Joe Frazier earns the world heavyweight title with a unanimous 15 round decision over Muhammad Ali. 1997 Kevin Little tops the World Indoor Championship in Paris as the first white American sprinter to win a major international event in 41 years, tying the U S record 20 40. 2004 Air Force enters The Associated Press Top 25 for the first time in 48 years, posting a 22 5 season and a new program win record.
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Rays Consider Bonds Sign Amid Last-Place Jibe
Greg Cote notes the Tampa Bay Rays, often finishing last, might sign Barry Bonds, as speculation stirs in the Miami Herald. The provocative remark highlights the team’s ongoing struggles and potential high-profile acquisition to spark improvement.
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Baseball calendar outlines waiver and opening day dates
The schedule lists key baseball deadlines and events. March 12 is the last day to place a player on unconditional release waivers with 30 days termination pay instead of 45. March 25 marks Opening Day Boston versus Oakland in Tokyo. March 26 is the final cutoff to request unconditional release waivers without paying the full 2008 salary. March 30 opens rosters to 25 players after adjustments. June 5–6 hosts the amateur draft. July 15 features the All-Star game in New York.
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Reporting Scores Encouraged by Coaches and Staff
Coaches reporting scores are encouraged to call 832-6367 or fax to 843-4512. Email sportsdesk at jworld.com with score updates for timely publication.
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KU sports staff contact lineup for Kansas coverage
The Kansas City Star graphic lists Tom Keegan Gary Bedore Andrew Hartsock Ryan Wood and Matt Tait as the sports editors and writers covering KU basketball and football for Ioline Journal World. It shows their email handles for reader submissions and tips.
Call Lines For Sports Tickets And Field Conditions
Whom to call for sports tickets includes J W Sports at 1 800 578 8748 and KU ticket office 864 3141 KC Chiefs 1 816 920 9300 KC Wizards 1 816 920 9300 Royals tickets 1 800 6ROYALS Kansas Speedway 1 913 328 7223 KC T Bones 1 913 328 2255 Field conditions line for City Parks and Recreation 832 7999 with options 1123 adult field conditions 1124 adult rescheduling 1125 youth field conditions Visit www ljworld com for details.
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NFL pushes tougher spying rules with more inspections
Commissioner Roger Goodell seeks stricter enforcement for 2008 including unannounced locker room inspections and lower proof standards, with potential loss of draft picks as penalties. Memo to rule committee notes aim to protect competitive integrity ahead of owners’ meeting in Palm Beach.
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Maggert leads at PODS Championship after storm delay
Jeff Maggert shot 8 under through nine holes and led by three at Harbor, Florida, before play was suspended because of storms. Kenny Perry and Dr. Trahan trailed at three behind, with the event paused midround Friday.
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Simpson opens Toshiba Classic with bogey-free 63 lead
Tim Simpson fired a bogey-free 8-under 63 to lead the Toshiba Classic in Newport Beach, California, by one stroke over 2005 champion Mark Johnson. Defending champ Jay Haas and Bernhard Langer opened with 65s.
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Frazier recalls iconic left hook moment against Ali
Joe Frazier, now 64 and facing health battles, reflects on his March 8, 1971 confrontation with Muhammad Ali at Madison Square Garden. He recalls the night as the pinnacle of his career, a defining New York sports moment that elevated him to sports immortality.
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