Judge bars Florida shooting evidence in Hernandez murder trial
Massachusetts jurists deny prosecutors' bid to link the 2013 Florida shooting of Alexander Bradley to Aaron Hernandez's June 2013 killing of Odin Lloyd. Judge Susan Garsh notes different motives and bar shows. Prosecutors reiterate witness testimony from state police crime lab staff as the case proceeds.
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New flat-seam baseball boosts college home runs across NCAA
NCAA reports a 40 percent rise in homers this season with the flat-seam ball, averaging 0.47 per team, up from 0.33 last year. Nevada and Texas A&M lead the nation with 17 homers each as coaches note increased offense amid cold conditions.
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Vikings Visit Peterson as Reinstatement Decision Looms
Vikings general manager Rick Spielman and coach Mike Zimmer spent about four hours at Adrian Peterson's home near Houston in a bid to bring him back. Peterson remains under contract and on the exempt list after his indictment in the child abuse case, with NFL reinstatement still required.
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Bills add Cassel to stabilize quarterback battle
The Bills sign Cassel as EJ Manuel faces competition with 11th NFL season ahead. Josh McCown spurned by Browns and free agency shows Buffalo pursuing depth while Rex Ryan aims to upgrade the offense after trading for LeSean McCoy and signing Richie Incognito.
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Ray Allen to Skip NBA Season With Door Open for 2015-16
Ray Allen announced he will not sign with any NBA team this season while keeping the possibility of a return for 2015-16. The 10-time All-Star and 2008 Celtics and 2013 Heat champion turns 40 next July, with a career 2,973 three pointers and an 18.9 point regular season average across 1,300 games.
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