Notable Sports Moments Across 1980s 90s
1985 Rubin Carter released after 19 years, civil rights ruling by federal judge cited. 1991 Magic Johnson announces AIDS positive and retires after Lakers era. 1998 Awesome Again wins Breeders Cup Classic at Santa Anita over Silver Charm. Skip Away disappoints. 1999 Tiger Woods wins fourth consecutive PGA event, American Express Championship, tying Hogan record.
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Porter comments on Raiders talent after rough season
Oakland Raiders receiver Jerry Porter says the team appears strong on paper, but notes the squad’s recent play suggests the roster has already been shredded. He hints at frustration with performance versus expectations.
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NFL Playoff and Draft Calendar Shifts Across 2026 Schedule
The league outlines key dates from January regular season end on Jan 2 through Feb 23 to March 1 for scouting, with wild card games January 8 and 9 divisional rounds January 15 and 16 conference championships January 23 the Super Bowl set for February 6 in Jacksonville and the Pro Bowl February 13 in Honolulu, followed by the April 23-24 NFL draft in New York.
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Journalists and KU Sports Editors Email Addresses
Contact information for Chuck Woodling Andrew Hartsock Gary Bedore Ryan Wood and David Mitchell at LJ World listed for sports reporting. Includes emails for football basketball and prep coverage. This appears to be a staff contact snippet from the Lawrence Journal-World sports desk.
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Kansas sports office and ticket lines listed in ad
Whom to call for J W Sports KC Chiefs Wizards Royals tickets and Kansas Speedway info plus field conditions and rescheduling numbers for City Parks and Recreation. Includes KC T Bones Ku sports com and web link ljworld.com for details.
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Woods ties for lead at Tour Championship in Atlanta
Tiger Woods shoots 65 and shares 54 hole lead at East Lake with Jay Haas, both at 9 under 201. Retief Goosen, Mike Weir, and Stephen Ames chase, while Vijay Singh falters. Annika Sorenstam moves toward Mizuno Classic title with a 66 to lead by four.
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Chang sets passing mark in college football history
Hawaii quarterback Timmy Chang became the NCAA career leader in passing yards after a seven yard touchdown pass to Jason Rivers against Louisiana Tech, surpassing Ty Detmer's 15,031 yard record. Also notes in Paris Masters and Advanta Championships, with Mauresmo and Sharapova advancing, and Williams and Zvonareva earning WTA Tour Championship berths.
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McMurray Ousts Busch In Phoenix Busch Series Finish
Jamie McMurray pulled an outside pass 10 laps from finish to steal the Bashas Supermarket 200 from Kyle Busch at Phoenix International Raceway. Busch led 151 of 190 laps but stumbled after a late crash and a green white checker overtime, with McMurray finishing strong and Truex Jr. pressuring for second.
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Denmark Beats U S Women 3 1 in Exhibition Upset
Denmark snapped the United States women's national team 21 game unbeaten run by defeating the Americans 3 1 in an international exhibition match played Saturday.
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Boston Red Sox
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Armstrong may skip Tour Paris
Lance Armstrong signals he may not ride the Tour de France next year after winning a record sixth consecutive title. In an interview with L'Equipe he says he wants to move onto other races and has previously been evasive about a 2005 return.
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Commentary on Cub Sosa trade value and Beltran pursuit
The Cubs face a tough choice as they consider trading Sammy Sosa to clear space for Carlos Beltran and a quality closer. Sosa’s decline, high contract, and petulant exit color the market, with Mets, scouting insights, and fan reaction shaping potential moves. The piece argues Sosa’s drawing power is limited and suggests the Cubs must swallow part of his $36 million deal to find a serious suitor.
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Jayson Stark
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Michael Jordan
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Omar Minaya
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Jim Hendry
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