Two Day Sports History Highlights and Records
Highlights include 1908 Tommy Burns defending his heavyweight title with a sixth round knockout in Melbourne over Bill Lang, 1945 USLTA titles where Frank Parker wins the men's singles and Sarah Palfrey Cooke defeats Pauline Betz for the women's crown, 1984 Phil Simms throws for 409 yards in a Giants win over the Eagles, 1984 Gerald Riggs totals 202 rushing yards in a Falcons victory over the Saints, and 2003 Eric Gagne ties a major league record with 55 straight saves in the Dodgers 4 1 victory over the Astros.
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Cubs Payroll Debate Sparks Mock Reference to Madoff
Denver Post columnist Jim Armstrong criticizes the Chicago Cubs for their 149 million payroll after recalling a recent Coors Field game. He implies misused funds and questions team spending. The remark links to Bernie Madoff as a pointed joke about financial folly.
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Portis and Riggins feud sparks on 28th birthday
Washington running back Clinton Portis publicly clashed with Hall of Famer John Riggins, defending his quest to overtake him as the franchise all time rushing leader. Portis argued Riggins benefited from great teammates and rejected calls for him to become a legend, while noting he plans to stay focused on his own path. The piece also notes Huard’s release by the 49ers and Leonard’s trade to the Panthers, plus Sharapova’s return to the U S Open with a decisive win.
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Rams Trade Tye Hill to Falcons for Draft Pick
The St Louis Rams cut ties with two top 2006 picks sending cornerback Tye Hill to the Atlanta Falcons for an undisclosed draft pick while releasing tight end Joe Klopfenstein.
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Nebraska wins NCAA waiver to 14 scholarships for 2009-10
The NCAA grants Nebraska a waiver allowing 14 scholarship players for 2009-10 due to conflicting initial eligibility standards for newcomer Christian Standhardinger. The move resolves questions over whether the 6-foot-8 forward met academic requirements.
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Timberwolves President says Rubio pulled out of deal
Minnesota NBA chief David Kahn states Ricky Rubio has backed out of joining the Wolves this season after talks with Rubio’s Spanish pro team concluded Saturday night. The negotiations reportedly occurred over the weekend.
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Rodriguez on hot seat at Michigan coach faces NCAA probe
Andrea Adelson reports Rich Rodriguez amid NCAA rule allegations and a tense Michigan program. With a 3-9 season and player mutinous mood, the coach’s job hangs on season opener versus Western Michigan as Michigan investigates hours spent on football beyond limits and enforces a tougher training regime.
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