Fantasy gambling column warns of daily fantasy risks
The Orlando Sentinel opinion piece critiques daily fantasy sports as a gateway to gambling addiction. It cites National Council on Problem Gambling concerns, notes legal ambiguity, and highlights billion-dollar industry bets by Disney NBA Fox MLB Comcast Yahoo and DraftKings FanDuel deals with 28 NFL teams. It argues for brake taps and more study while insisting fantasy sports are gambling in practice.
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Robinson auctioning Series rings and MVP trophy for charity
Hall of Famer Brooks Robinson plans to auction more than 200 items from his Baltimore Orioles career including his 1966 and 1970 World Series rings, 16 Gold Gloves, the 1964 MVP Trophy, game worn uniforms, and other mementos to benefit the Constance and Brooks Robinson Foundation. Heritage Auctions expects the MVP trophy to draw at least $100,000 and the rings about $80,000 each, with the full sale projected around $850,000 to over $1 million. Robinson says the sale is to give back, not for money, and his family supports the plan after years of discussion.
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Arroyo yacht stolen and sold in Florida fraud case
Former Arroyo aide Anthony Acosta, 38, was arrested in Tampa for grand theft and forgery after selling Bronson Arroyo’s yacht valued at about 167000 for 22000 in July 2013. The boat’s new owners sought refunds upon finding a lien. Arroyo learned of the sale from them. Acosta is jailed on 50000 bond. Arroyo played for the Reds and Dodgers.
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Lions coach Caldwell urges focus after Seattle loss
Jim Caldwell says the Lions will not discuss the controversial Monday night ending in Seattle and stresses focusing on the next game. He wants players to avoid talk of Calvin Johnsons fumble and noted a conversation with NFL VP Dean Blandino without detailing it.
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Kansas university today offers 6 events across sports
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Hawks in the NBA blog roundup from KU sites
Online journals highlight former Kansas players advancing to the NBA and KU sports coverage. It aggregates posts from Journal-World staff and KU sports blogs including Hawks NBA, All Eyes on KU and Tale of the Tait, noting articles about KU related pro careers and football insights.
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Woodard breaks color barrier as Globetrotter player
Lynette Woodard, former Kansas standout, becomes the first woman to play for the Harlem Globetrotters. Barry Bonds finishes 2001 with 73rd homer and a slugging percentage of .863, eclipsing Babe Ruth's .847 record.
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