Salukis, Cubs, and prep teams in Friday sports lineup
The Southern Illinois University and prep teams fill Friday with SIU baseball at Creighton close to noon and softball at 11 a.m. The Cubs open a Phoenix series at 8:35 p.m. The Cardinals and White Sox are off, with Missouri Valley golf at Silvis. High school games include Benton hosting Marion, and prep track at Christopher Co-ed Relays.
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Manning winds up a Giant after tense hour
Eli Manning, initially selected first by the San Diego Chargers and signaling he would not play, was traded to the New York Giants after an hour of suspense. The scene at Madison Square Garden featured Manning with his parents and later his brother Peyton, as Giants officials announced the swap involving quarterback Philip Rivers amid a crowded draft night.
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Brewer's ninth inning homer seals SIU comeback over Creighton
Matt Brewer delivered a three run homer in the bottom of the ninth to turn a 6-1 deficit into a 9-6 victory for Southern Illinois over Creighton. Brewer, a sophomore outfielder, tied the game in the eighth and launched the decisive shot with two outs after Nathan Boldt and P J Finigan sparked the rally.
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Salukis keep spring plan simple after strong season
Southern Illinois University football wraps spring drills with emphasis on fundamentals and player evaluation. Coach Jerry Kill notes a larger turnout, with about 80 players attending, and praises the experienced group for maintaining a strong work ethic and consistency from last season to this spring.
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Salukis skip spring game amid cautious approach to season
Southern Illinois University avoids a public spring game choosing a full healthy squad for the upcoming season. Coach Jerry Kill prioritizes durability over a televised scrimmage while SIU held a final scrimmage in grim Saturday afternoon weather without a real game.
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