Duke Faces North Carolina In Final Four Clash
Duke, 32-6, and archrival North Carolina meet in a national semifinal in New Orleans as Mike Krzyzewski pursues his 13th Final Four and a 1,203rd career win. The Blue Devils advanced by beating Cal-State Fullerton, Michigan State, Texas Tech, and Arkansas after a late-season skid.
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Guardians Begin 2022 With New Name and Quiet Means
Cleveland rockets into 2022 under a new name, the Guardians, with familiar faces like Shane Bieber and José Ramirez anchoring a rotation and lineup. The offseason was muted, the payroll restrained, and fans split on the change, as ownership faces criticism for a cautious approach and missed free-agent targets.
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Guardians opener hype and quirks in spring sports chatter
Commentary notes Rick Noland riffing on Guardians season buzz with Tom Hanks throwing the first pitch on April 15 and a new team theme, while reflecting on fan apathy and life in Cleveland sports. The piece pivots to personal musings on massage therapy and Deshaun Watson’s case, highlighting public intrigue and uncertainty.
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Masters returns to Augusta as Tiger uncertainty looms
Augusta Georgia awaits the Masters with top players and major champions in the field while questions swirl over Tiger Woods potential participation after his car crash and lingering leg injuries. Phil Mickelson may also be absent as fans anticipate the April 7 start of the 86th tournament.
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