Notable sports milestones from 1910s to 1960s
In 1913 Notre Dame beat Army 45 to 13 as Gus Dallas completed 14 of 17 passes for 243 yards. 1938 Seabiscuit defeated War Admiral in the Pimlico Special before 40,000, purse $15,000. 1959 Jim Brown scores five touchdowns in Browns 38 31 win over the Colts. 1964 Jim Brown becomes first to 10,000 career rushing yards in a 30 17 Browns win. 1964 Len Dawson throws 435 yards and six TDs in Chiefs 49 39 win over Broncos.
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Ex-Pacer Reggie Miller to join TNT as analyst this season
Reggie Miller explains he plans to stop saying we in broadcasts and will work as an analyst for TNT this season. He noted he has long referred to the Pacers as we during games. Miller discussed adjusting language while continuing to share insights from his playing days.
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Epstein exits Red Sox with year off likely
Theo Epstein announced he is stepping away from the Red Sox after guiding Boston to its first World Series title since 1918. He offered to help with the transition and suggested baseball may not be his immediate path, eyeing a possible year away with openings in other clubs noted.
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Rays pick up options on Baez Lugo and more signings
The Rays exercised one-year options on closer Danyl Baez and shortstop Julio Lugo. Baez will earn 4 million next year after a career high 42 saves last season. In California, Mike Dunleavy signed a five-year 44 million extension with the Warriors, strengthening their core as Caron Butler secured a five-year Wizards deal. Detroit locked in Tayshaun Prince for 47 million over five years, and traded Ronald Dupree to Minnesota to clear room for Alex Acker.
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Hawks Center Jason Collier Cause of Death Reported
Investigators and coroner officials say Atlanta Hawks center Jason Collier died of a heart-related condition. The 28-year-old collapsed at his Georgia home on October 15 after trouble breathing, with an autopsy by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation confirming heart abnormality as the cause. The corner's office scheduled a news conference to discuss findings.
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West Re-signs With Grizzlies Through 2008
Jerry West signed a two year contract extension to remain president of the Memphis Grizzlies through 2008. The former Lakers legend came out of retirement to help rebuild the franchise, reshaping the roster with veterans Damon Stoudamire Eddie Jones and Bobby Jackson after parting with Jason Williams Bonzi Wells Earl Watson and James Posey.
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Sonics’ Collison ready for center role this season
Seattle forward Nick Collison says he can play center if needed as first year coach Bob Weiss plans to use him off the bench with Danny Fortson. Collison notes modern centers are rarer, and he performed well in a 108-95 exhibition win over Golden State with 17 points and 10 rebounds in 19 minutes. Weiss praised the pairing, saying it gives opponents trouble on the boards and in the post.
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