NMMI Adds Local Talent Randy Rodriguez to Diamond Roster
NMMI coach Bret Simmermacher praises Randy Rodriguez as a promising catcher and hitter. Rodriguez trained with the Broncos last fall and will bring discipline from his military-influenced program, staying close to home at New Mexico Military Institute while pursuing college baseball.
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Roethlisberger Suspended By NFL For Conduct Policy
Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger faces a six game suspension after an NFL investigation found concerning conduct in Milledgeville Georgia. Commissioner Roger Goodell stated the decision reflects a higher standard for players and noted no Georgia criminal charges were filed.
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Fred Bright
Samaranch’s turbulent IOC era and health fades
In Moscow 1980, Juan Antonio Samaranch rose to IOC presidency andguided a transformative era marked by political boycotts amateurism decline and commercial growth. His later years saw health scares and ongoing influence as he pursued bids for Madrid while London Paris and Rio vied for Olympic host cities.
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Spain
Salt Lake City
Salt Lake
Switzerland
Moscow
Belgium
Jacques Rogge
Barcelona
Madrid
Monaco
London
Paris
Rio de Janeiro
Nationals rally past Rockies for eighth win in starter five innings
Washington erased a 3-0 deficit to beat Colorado 6-4 as Wil Nieves drove in the go ahead run with a two bagger in the eighth and Ivan Rodriguez added a sacrifice fly. John Lannan allowed four runs in six innings to keep the game close. Tyler Clippard earned his 3-0 record with two scoreless innings and Matt Capps saved his seventh. Ryan Zimmerman left with a hamstring injury.
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Local youth leagues open registrations and events
Lions Hondo Junior League accepts registrations April 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lions Hondo Little League complex for ages 13 to 15 with a $40 fee. Yucca Recreation Center takes Party on the River coed volleyball and softball registrations through April 26 for May 12 play, $80 per eight-player team. First Tee of The Pecos Valley hosts a silent auction May 1 and 2 at the NMMI Golf Course clubhouse to benefit the program.
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Baseball scores and schedule notes from a sports brief
Tuesday and Wednesday results include Toronto 4 Kansas City 3 Boston 7 Texas 6 Minnesota 5 Cleveland 1 Chicago White Sox 4 Tampa Bay 1 LA Angels 6 Detroit 5 N Y Yankees 7 Oakland 3 Seattle 3 Baltimore 1. Thursday and Friday matchups list several games with start times and pitchers. National League at a glance shows standings for East Division teams with win loss records.
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TV SportsWatch Schedule Highlights April 22
Television grid lists golf from Jeju Island and New Orleans, NBA playoffs games in Chicago and Oklahoma City, NHL playoffs games in Pittsburgh and Nashville, and MLS match Seattle at Dallas. Timings reflect Mountain time with late games possibly joined in progress.
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Scoreboard highlights from baseball and basketball action
The Central Division shows Colorado 10 Washington 4 and Milwaukee 8 Pittsburgh 1 while Cincinnati 11 Los Angeles Dodgers 9 and Arizona 9 St Louis 7 headline baseball. NBA playoff notes feature Orlando’s 92-77 win over Charlotte and Spurs 102 Mavericks 88 with key performances and series shifts.
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Vikings sign cornerback Lito Sheppard in push for depth
The Minnesota Vikings added nine year veteran Lito Sheppard to bolster their secondary as Cedric Griffin recovers from knee surgery. The former Eagles first round pick played seven seasons with Philadelphia and has six playoff appearances in eight years. Head coach Brad Childress praised Sheppard for fitting the team's cornerback role.
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Patriots Sign Defensive Lineman Amon Gordon
Patriots add 6 foot 2 inch 305 pound defensive lineman Amon Gordon after he spent time with Browns Broncos Ravens Titans and a brief stint with the Eagles He was drafted by Cleveland in 2004 and had a year out of football last season.
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Satan nets winner in double OT as Bruins win and take 3-1 series lead
Miroslav Satan scored on a power play at 7:41 of the second overtime to lift the Boston Bruins past the Buffalo Sabres 3-2 and pull ahead 3-1 in the Eastern Conference series. Tuukka Rask made 35 saves. Ryan Miller stopped 36 for Buffalo.
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Henrik Sedin
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Sami Salo
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Roberto Luongo
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Transaction Roundup From Wednesday Sports Wires
Baseball moves include Orioles claiming Pedro Viola off waivers and Felix Pie placed on 60-day DL. Angels activate Brian Fuentes, option Francisco Rodriguez. Diamondbacks option Jordan Norberto, recall Cole Gillespie. Reds name Joe Morgan special adviser. Dodgers activate Belisario. Mets place Ryota Igarashi on 15-day DL and recall Manny Acosta. Athletics place Mark Ellis on 15-day DL and recall Landon Powell. Pirates recall Argenis Diaz and option Brian Burres. WNBA Lynx name Shelley Patterson. NFL suspends Ben Roethlisberger six games. Bills claim Michael Matthews. Bears appoint George McCaskey chairman. Jaguars trade Quentin Groves. NASCAR fines staff and dock points. penalties include multiple crew chiefs and owners. College notes name Tagliabue adviser. several schools name coaches and staff.
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Salt Lake
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