Rodriguez wins AL MVP for second time with Yankees
Alex Rodriguez captured the American League Most Valuable Player award with the New York Yankees, edging Boston's David Ortiz and Los Angeles A l outfielder Vladimir Guerrero. Rodriguez topped Ortiz 331 to 307 points, led AL with 48 homers, 130 RBIs and 21 stolen bases, while Ortiz hit 47 homers and 148 RBIs for the Red Sox.
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A-Rod Wins AL MVP Amid Ortiz Close Challenge
New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez edged Boston's David Ortiz for AL MVP in a tight vote. Rodriguez reflected on October and his regret about not being more patient at the plate, noting he could have drawn more walks against the Angels to set up teammates advantage.
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Dallas nips Eagles on Williams pick in late comeback
Roy Williams intercepted Donovan McNabb and returned a 46 yard TD with 2:43 left, lifting the Dallas Cowboys to a 21-20 win over Philadelphia. McNabb played through a groin injury and was later replaced after an MRI was planned.
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Baker University women earn HAAC honors in soccer
In Baldwin City, three Baker University players receive HAAC recognition. Britt Strick and Erin Blinzler make the second team, while Kristin Bock earns honorable mention.
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Wellsville eighth grade girls lose title game in tournament
In Wellsville Tournament championship Wellsville eighth grade girls fell 40 to 37 to Spring Hill. Madison Chambers scored 13 points and Jordan Dickey 12. Earlier Wellsville edged Eudora 19 to 18. Junior varsity won 21 to 19. Thursday Wellsville beat Central Heights 43 to 10 with Chambers 19 and Dickey 12. JV won 18 to 11.
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Butler tops NAIA in scoring for Tabor in playoffs
Tabor College senior Roger Butler leads the NAIA in scoring at 18.4 points per game with 30 touchdowns and 1,580 rushing yards on 276 carries. The Bluejays, 10-0, top the nation at 42.7 points per game and meet Graceland Iowa in the opening playoff round at Wichita State's Cessna Stadium. Butler credits his offensive line and teammates for his surge, aiming to propel Tabor beyond previous first-round exits as the Yellowjackets seek playoff advancement.
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Giles leads Kansas by Pittsburg State in exhibition upset
CJ Giles powered Kansas with a career high 24 points 7 rebounds and 3 blocks as the Jayhawks beat Pittsburg State 73 47 in Lawrence. Giles fueled a second half burst eight straight points while Julian Wright added nine and Darnell Jackson eight.
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Missouri Tigers fall to Sam Houston State in opener
Missouri coach Quin Snyder faced a rough start as his Tigers dropped an 80 77 decision to Sam Houston State in the Preseason NIT first round. Bearkats sophomore Ryan Bright scored 28 points, including two late 3s, as Missouri trailed from early on and could not recover.
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