U S Open Champion Kuznetsova Tests Positive in Exhibition
Svetlana Kuznetsova, holder of the U S Open title, tested positive for ephedrine at the Charleroi exhibition event last month. Belgian minister Claude Eerdekens said the backup sample remains untested and no sanction can be imposed without two positive results. WTA chief Larry Scott questioned any immediate penalty and noted WADA rules allow possible suspension up to two years, with reductions for medicinal use.
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Steelers, Patriots meet in AFC title at Heinz Field
Pittsburgh faces New England in a high stakes rematch for a spot in the Super Bowl. The Patriots, defending champions, arrive as favorites after a 20-3 playoff win and a 24-17 upset of the Colts. Steelers coach Bill Cowher and guard Alan Faneca stress the challenge and the teams' familiarity.
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Eagles Ready for rematch with Falcons after win
Philadelphia clinched a fourth straight conference title game with a 27-14 defeat of Minnesota, sending them to host Atlanta for a spot in the Super Bowl. Coach Andy Reid stressed focusing on the next game while players noted the need to win and move past past championship heartbreaks.
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Former Raiders lineman Robbins shot and jailed in Miami
Barret Robbins remains in critical but stable condition after a weekend shooting during a confrontation with a Miami Beach detective investigating a burglary. Police report Robbins face charges of battery on an officer and trespassing. prosecutors may file them after the holiday.
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Parcells fires two Cowboys assistants in off season churn
IRVING Texas Bill Parcells announced he dumped two assistants offensive line coach George Warhop and kicking coach Steve Hoffman. Hoffman was the longest tenured staffer since 1989 and mentored kickers but his pupil Billy Cundiff underperformed. Warhop’s unit disappointed this season. Sparano to replace Warhop. Hoffman and Sparano’s old role remain vacant.
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Cards Marquis signs contract with Cardinals
St Louis Cardinals pitcher Jason Marquis, 26, agreed to a $3 million, one year deal. The right hander posted 15 wins and a 3.71 ERA last season after spending time in the Braves system and posting an 11 game winning streak. The pact includes bonuses for innings pitched up to 220.
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Soriano Agrees to 7.5 Million Dollar Rangers Pact
ARLINGTON Texas Alfon so Soriano agreed to a 7.5 million one year contract with the Texas Rangersavoiding salary arbitration The club insisted it has no plans to trade him despite inquiries The All Star second baseman joined Texas in February in the Rodriguez trade He hit .280 with 28 homers and 91 RBIs before missing the last 16 games with a strained left hamstring
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Alomar Signs One Year Pact With Devil Rays
Roberto Alomar agreed Monday to a one year contract with the Tampa Bay Devil Rays as he seeks to rejuvenate his career. The 12 time All Star second baseman returns to Major League baseball with a fresh start in St Petersburg Florida.
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Izturis signs three year deal to stay with Dodgers
Cesar Izturis, Dodgers Gold Glove shortstop, agreed to a 9.9 million three year contract avoiding arbitration. The switch hitter turns 25 next month and posted .288 with 193 hits last season, adding 25 steals and 90 runs. He receives a 300,000 signing bonus and salaries of 2.05 million, 3.1 million, and 4.15 million through 2007, with a 2008 option at 5.85 million plus a 300,000 buyout and potential raises after Gold Glove awards.
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Molitor Rejoins Minneapolis as Minor League Instructor
Hall of Famer Paul Molitor returns to Minnesota as a roving minor league instructor after a year as Seattle’s hitting coach. He will coordinate baserunning and infield instruction in the Twins system. Molitor, 48, spent 21 major league seasons with Milwaukee Toronto and Minnesota and hails from St Paul.
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Crawford back with Kentucky basketball team
Freshman guard Joe Crawford rejoined the Kentucky Wildcats after leaving the squad over a playing time dispute. Coach Tubby Smith said Crawford will face sanctions but did not specify them. Crawford is practicing with the team and may play at Mississippi as the Wildcats, 12-2, travel to the game.
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Eclipse finalist Ken Ramsey suspended and fined
Lexington Kentucky Eclipse Award finalist Ken Ramsey received a one week suspension and a $25 000 fine from the Kentucky Horse Racing Authority after a settlement cited a violation of state law prohibiting influencing others to interfere with the orderly conduct of a race or race meeting.
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Retiring ESU coach who sued steps down after 17 years
Em- poria State women's volleyball coach Maxine Mehus retires after 17 seasons following a failed sex discrimination lawsuit against the university. A federal jury had rejected her claim that she was paid less than the basketball coaches for similar duties.
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