Union blocks A Red trade over contract restructuring
A Rod agreed to a restructuring of his 252 million contract with the Red Sox under union guidelines but the players association rejected the deal drawing criticism from Boston and Texas. Commissioner Selig eyed a Thursday deadline, with possible arbitration or extension. If approved, Nomar Garciaparra could be traded to the White Sox, while Scott Boras and Rob Manfred clashed over the restructuring terms.
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Kansas State earns Fiesta Bowl bid after upset of No 1 Oklahoma
Ohio State braces for Kansas State in a Fiesta Bowl showdown as the Wildcats ride a stunning upset of No 1 Oklahoma. Eli Roberson threw four TD passes while Darren Sproles piled up 235 rushing yards. Buckeyes players praise Kansas State's physical attack and warn of a monumental challenge, noting the team’s recent ascent in a tougher national landscape.
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Ottawa Recreation Commission Seeks Winter Activity Officials
The ORC invites applicants for youth basketball officials, scorekeepers and building supervisors, plus a certified aerobics instructor to coach the 55 and over group on Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 to 11 am. Adult winter volleyball registrations are open at $125 for 12 matches, with power leagues on Monday to Thursday nights. Office hours Saturday 9 am to noon for registrations.
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Cearfoss tournament reschedules final games Saturday
The Ike Cearfoss Memorial Basketball Tournament final games were moved after snowouts. Central Heights faces Anderson County at 5 p.m. for third place while Burlington meets Chanute at 6:30 p.m. for the title in the rescheduled slate. Ottawa High freshman in Paola tourney also moved to January 10. Favre confirms return to Packers next season.
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Mourning to undergo kidney transplant in New York
Former NBA star Alonzo Mourning, who retired from the Nets on November 24 due to focal glomerulosclerosis, is slated for kidney transplant surgery Friday in New York after receiving donor offers. The Miami Herald reported he is believed to receive a donor kidney.
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CART Files for Bankruptcy in Indianapolis
Championship Auto Racing Teams filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization as part of a buyout that would keep the open wheeled racing series going while gradually phasing out the CART name. The move aims to preserve the series and secure future sponsorships and events.
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Pomona boys notch win over Marmaton
Pomona beat Marmaton Valley 67 to 41 in a rough game as coach Clint Stoppel noted. Abe Frieden led Pomona with 14 points while Diljon Frack added 12 and Trevor Anderson 10 helping a 23-14 halftime margin and a 28-15 fourth quarter surge. Pomona improves to 2-3 and hosts Uniontown next.
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Yanks charged in fight at Fenway Park bullpen
New York Yankees players Jeff Nelson and Karim Garcia faced assault and battery charges after a confrontation with grounds keeper Paul Williams during Game 3 of the AL championship series at Fenway Park on Oct 11. Clerk magistrate Neighbors noted weak case but found probable cause to proceed, with Williams claiming he was attacked for cheering Red Sox.
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Portis Questionable for Sunday as Broncos prep
Denver running back Clinton Portis was held out of practice with a knee and ankle injury and is listed as questionable for the Sunday night game at Indianapolis. Coach Mike Shanahan hopes Portis may return to workouts later in the week as Denver fights for a playoff spot. If Portis cannot play, Mike Anderson, Reuben Droughns, and Quentin Griffin are options as the Broncos aim to maintain their wild card push.
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