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Billionaire Baseball Owner Carl Pohlad of Twins Dies at Age 93 Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:22AMJan. 6 (Bloomberg) -- Carl Pohlad , a self-made billionaire banker who owned Major League Baseball’s Minnesota Twins for the past 25 years, died yesterday at the age of 93.
Twins owner Pohlad dead at age 93 Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:19AMMINNEAPOLIS - Carl Pohlad, a billionaire banker whose Minnesota Twins won two World Series titles during nearly his nearly quarter-century as owner, died yesterday, a baseball official said. He was 93.
Rays get ex-Phil Burrell Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:11AM32-year-old signs two-year, $16 million deal; expected to DH
Bobby Valentine searches for his next great challenge Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 1:37PMSTAMFORD - For most people, seven is a lucky number. That particular numeral sends a different message to Bobby Valentine. "I spent seven years in Texas as manager of the Rangers. I spent seven years in New York as manager of the Mets," Valentine said.
Barrett-Jackson to Auction a Record 14 Charity Vehicles During the 2009 Scottsdale Event Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 1:27PMSCOTTSDALE, Ariz. Jaunary 5, 2009: The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company will sell 14 vehicles to benefit various charities at No Reserve during the 38 th Annual Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction in Scottsdale, Ariz., Jan. 11-18, 2009. The total marks the most charity vehicles ever sold during a single Barrett-Jackson event, with U.S. automakers General Motors and Ford Motor Company, as well ...
Barrett-Jackson to Auction a Record 14 Charity Vehicles During the 2009 Scottsdale Event Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 12:28PM SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.----The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company will sell 14 vehicles to benefit various charities at No Reserve during the 38th Annual Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction in Scottsdale, Ariz., Jan. 11-18, 2009.
Dodger blue meets Cyclone red Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 12:23PMBy Kevin Hill Assistant Sports Editor Russellville has become a hot spot for Major League Baseball visiting the Arkansas River Valley. With big name after big name rolling through town, the sport seems to get more attention than football lately.
Local baseball fans get new cable channel Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 11:45AMCox Communications has added the Major League Baseball Network to its sports tier.
2008: Year in Review Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 11:18AMEditor’s note: The following is a month-by-month recap of some of the top newsmaking events of 2008.
Second Chances: They once were lost Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 11:43AMA professional baseball player destroys his golden opportunity in a haze of drugs and alcohol and is given a second shot at glory. A death row inmate asks a nun to help him to die and finds redemption and the chance to feel like a human being again
Raines hoping for big jump in HOF vote Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 10:32AMRaines eyes big jump in HOF vote
The Top 10 Lee Central Coast sports stories of 2008: Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 9:27AM1. Arroyo Grande’s Stephanie Brown Trafton wins Olympic gold in the discus. 2. Solvang’s Todd Rogers wins Olympic gold in beach volleyball. Junior Cross Country Nationals championship and her fourth-straight CIF cross country championship.
Years’ end offers chance to reflect Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 8:11AMI’ll never forget what my editor in chief, Corey Turner, told me when we first discussed the year-ending “best of” edition a week ago: “This will be the hardest week you’ll have here.”
The Life of a Social Cyborg Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 6:10AMKevin Lim was positively draped in technology as he walked into a crowded Amherst, N.Y., tavern on a recent Saturday. He had a small camera clipped to his baseball cap, another camera on one shoulder, an iPod and small speakers on the other shoulder, and a laptop and video recorder in his backpack. Lim is a technophile, a blogger and -- his preferred term -- a social cyborg.
How will New York coaches/managers fare in 2009? Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 2:18AMSure, he already was past traditional retirement age, and clearly, his success in the Bronx had much to do with having the best talent money could buy. Remember those ho-hum earlier stops in the National League in New York and with the Braves?
Peavy, Bradley could put Chicago Cubs over the top Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 2:17AMThe Chicago Cubs soon hope to add pitching ace Jake Peavy and switch-hitting outfielder Milton Bradley. This could be the year the Cubs finally win their first World Series since 1908.
No. 5: Canyon Lake Little League reaches World Series Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 1:53AMRapid City’s Canyon Lake Little League All-Stars grabbed the spotlight in August, becoming the first-ever team from South Dakota to qualify for the Little League Baseball World Series in Williamsport, Pa.
YEAR IN REVIEW: 2008 filled with growth Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 6:24PM The first winter storm of the season struck Jan, 14 leaving many residents without power and causing many minor car accidents.
2008: The year that was in sport in the Murraylands Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 4:50PMJanuary 8: Jason Johnson completed a hat trick of wins with an awesome drive and won round 10 of the Wanless World Series Sprintcars at the Murray Bridge Speedway.
Gunhouse to bat in home run derby Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 4:39PMLEAGUE CITY — Ryan Gunhouse will participate in the third annual International High School Power Showcase Home Run Derby.
Looking Back... 2008 Garrett County Stories That Mattered Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 11:29AMAs 2008 rapidly comes to a close, a look back to the stories that made this front page over the past year was deemed warranted in the newsroom of The Republican . Much has transpired over the past 12 months, and many items are worthy of a revisit.
Top 10 Local Sports Stories of 2008 Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 11:09AMIt’ll be years before the true influence of Ty Rogers’ bloodless, buzzer-beating 3-pointer against Drake is fully understood. In the short term, Rogers’ shot that March afternoon did little more than kick-start Western Kentucky’s first run to the NCAA Tournament’s Sweet 16 in 15 years.
Dan Connolly: The worst and the best Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 10:19AMOf all the baseball moments I covered in 2008, two stand out the most.
Fans Who Can?t Get Enough Are Getting More Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 10:06AMThe MLB Network springs to life Thursday evening, a lavish $54 million network venture, direct from Secaucus, N.J.
Skagit Valley Herald’s top 10 sports stories of 2008 Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 10:06AMIn the past year, area athletes have shone at the high school, collegiate and professional levels. Some won titles, some came up just short, some set records, some came close, and some found…
NHL: Blackhawks-Red Wings outdoors game will have an edge to it Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 10:06AMCHICAGO — The Blackhawks had their fun in the sun Wednesday at Wrigley Field.
Comebacks, implosions in Hollywood 2008 Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 6:09PMWhat a year for celebrities. In 2008 we witnessed births, deaths, marriages, divorces, career comebacks, career implosions, sex addiction became the cool affliction, a Paris Hilton movie musical hit theatres ... could anyone want more?
College Sports 2008: The top stories of the year Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 6:00PMStanford athletic achievements have filled volumes through the years, with roots dating to the 1908 Olympic Games in London, where a pair of Cardinal track and field stars competed. One hundred years later, Stanford athletes remain an integral part of Olympic competition. by Rick Eymer
Year in Review: The best in quotables Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 5:59PMBruce Arthur: Was it a fun year? Yes, and no. Sure, there was a fair amount of pay-no-attention-to-the-man-behind-the-curtain repression at the Olympics, and Sean Avery violated the virgin ears of the hockey community, and Terrell Owens is still hanging around. But that doesn’t mean it couldn’t be funny
Police Officer Shoots 23-Year-Old Bellaire Man by Mistake Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 5:42PMThe family of a man who was shot by Bellaire Police say he was in his own driveway when an officer opened fire on him, believing he was driving a stolen SUV.
2008 Year in Review Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 5:36PM
Forget the tux and ball gown and trade up for a team jersey Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 4:45PMThis year’s dress for the Greater Tomball Area Chamber of Commerce Chairman’s Ball is a little more casual than last year. Leave the tux and gowns at home and grab team jerseys Friday, Jan. 30, for the business networking organization’s tailgate-themed party.
BC BREAKING NEWS: Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 4:38PMFeb. 27, 2008 — With the death of Trail Little League coach Andy Bilesky, 88, due to cancer on Feb. 19, the Trail area lost one of its guiding lights in sports.
WWE RAW Results (12/29) - Fatal Four-Way, More! Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 10:32PMEvent: WWE Monday Night RAW Airdate: Monday, December 29th, 2008 (USA Network) Location: The Verizon Wireless Arena in Manchester, N.H. Results by 411Mania.com
Blackhawks, Red Wings prepare to hit the ice at Wrigley Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 7:29PMCHICAGO — Adam Burish was dressed in layers nearly two years ago, ready for any type of cold when he took the ice in a college hockey game at Green Bay’s Lambeau Field. He learned quickly that no extra insulation was needed. | Photo gallery | PrairieThunder trades Bozoian, waives Miller
One man describes his foray into stand-up comedy world Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 9:20AMUnder the hot stage lights of the Brown Coat Pub and Theatre, I could barely see the audience. But I could sure hear them. A heckler was shouting something unintelligible, briefly interrupting my act.
Will third time be charm for McGwire? Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 9:11AMWill third time be charm for McGwire?
CHARTattack Staff Top 10s Lists Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 9:08AMSteve McLean, News Editor 1. FOXBORO HOT TUBS Stop Drop And Roll!!! 2. GARFIELDS BIRTHDAY Let Them Eat Cake 3. GENTLEMAN JESSE AND HIS MEN Gentleman Jesse And His Men 4. THE ONE NIGHT BAND Hit & Run 5. THE BASEBALL PROJECT Volume 1: Frozen Ropes And Dying Quails 6. CARBON/SILICON The Last Post 7. LOS CAMPESINOS!
Berman marks 30 years as an ESPN regular Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 1:41PMBRISTOL, Conn. — The highlights this time accompany what’s known as “The Greatest Game Ever Played” — the 1958 NFL championship between the Colts and the Giants.
Baseball Year in Review: Morneau vs. Hamilton Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 4:44PMHere are some important moments from the year in baseball. B.C.’s Justin Morneau won baseball’s Home Run Derby but said, “I think everyone will remember Josh Hamilton’s 28 home runs [in the first round] more than they’ll remember I won the thing.”
Douglas Dispatch Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 4:10PMIt’s Germany vs. Argentina in the finals of the World Cup soccer tournament. No it’s not the actual World Cup – it’s more of a down scaled version featuring local talent. The finals will take place Jan. 31 at 11 a,m. at the Airport Park.
Skyline alum drafted by Red Sox in 8th round Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 3:10PMThe pipeline of Major League Baseball talent that is the Sammamish Plateau pumped out another prospect last Friday. Mike Lee, a 2005 graduate of Skyline High School, was selected by the Boston Red Sox as the 262nd pick in the eighth round of the 2008 First-Year Player Draft.
Fairness being raised over divisional alignment Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 3:07PMThe possibility of 8-8 teams making the playoffs while the Patriots potentially stay home has sparked a debate.
Yanks sign Teixeira Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 2:56PMNEW YORK (AP) The New York Yankees reeled in another prime free agent, reaching a preliminary agreement Tuesday with first baseman Mark Teixeira for $180 million over eight years. Two people familiar with the negotiations disclosed the agreement, which is subject to a physical. They spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the deal was not yet final. Read the full story ...
Rooney savors family time at Christmas Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 9:30AMRooney savors family time at Christmas
Yankees keep spending Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 9:22AMThe Associated Press NEW YORK - The big, bad Yankees are flexing their mighty checkbook, and the rest of baseball isn’t happy.
Ponchatoula wins state, going to World Series Monday, December 22, 2008 @ 9:41AMINDEPENDENCE — Ponchatoula appeared to be going home from the Dixie Pre-Majors State Tournament Tuesday.
Valentine, Japanese baseball team parting ways Sunday, December 21, 2008 @ 11:40AMManager Bobby Valentine, who guided the New York Mets to a World Series victory in 2000, says his contract with the Chiba Lotte Marines of the Japanese league will not be renewed after the 2009 season.
Yanks selling their farm short Sunday, December 21, 2008 @ 10:53AMEarlier this week someone e-mailed me a fake press release announcing that the Yankees, desperate for pitching, had signed that Iraqi TV journalist who hurled his shoes at President Bush. Naturally I found it amusing.
No deal for former MLB manager Sunday, December 21, 2008 @ 8:31AMCould former Major League Baseball manager Bobby Valentine be headed to a team near you for the 2010 season?