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P.M. Cleveland Cavaliers links: Transition, rebuilding or surprise season?
Low expectations for a motivated coach and roster. What will happen? Numerous links. Associated PressThe Cavaliers, with (left to right) Antawn Jamison, Mo Williams and Anderson Varejao, hope to...
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Jonathan Byrd's hole-in-one in near darkness wins playoff in Justin...
"I'm in shock," Byrd said after 204-yard ace on fourth playoff hole topped Martin Laird and Cameron Percy. Associated PressJonathan Byrd (front) hugs his caddie, Adam Hayes, after sinking a...
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Auburn's dual-threat QB, Cameron Newton, emerging as Heisman frontrunner:...
Auburn quarterback Cameron Newton and Ohio State's Terrelle Pryor are similar in size but different in style. Eight games into the season, only one of them is the clear Heisman favorite. Dave Martin /...
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P.M. Ohio State football links: Win and hope for help, Week 2
For second straight game, OSU will be expected on Saturday at Minnesota to rout a lesser foe, with little if any reward in the rankings. Associated PressOhio State tailback Dan Herron running the...
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Cliff Lee, Ron Washington confident as Rangers head to San Francisco for...
ARLINGTON, Texas - Cliff Lee threw a bullpen session and took batting practice Sunday. The Texas Rangers are getting ready for their first World Series, and the opener will be at San Francisco, where...
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Cleveland Browns LB David Bowens exults in his 'unbelievable' effort vs. Saints
David Bowens has played sparingly this season, but enjoyed the game of his life on Sunday. Joshua Gunter / The Plain DealerT.J. Ward leaps into David Bowens' arms after Bowens' second interception...
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Steelers win after controversial fumble; Brett Favre hurting again: NFL Week...
The Pittsburgh Steelers, whose season was supposed to be derailed by a ruling from the league sidelining their star quarterback, are rolling along and tied for the best record in the NFL after a...
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Miami Heat will not win NBA title this season: Norman Chad
The Book of Norman lists his 7 reasons why the Miami Heat will not win the NBA championship this season, which gets underway on Tuesday. Associated PressThe black cloud hovering over Zydrunas...
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Colt McCoy Browns' starting quarterback, or go back to Jake Delhomme or...
The Cleveland Browns and all NFL teams have had QB controversies. What decision should the Browns make, to hopefully avoid another? John Kuntz, The Plain DealerBrowns quartebacks Seneca Wallace (6),...
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Live Browns chat: Tony Grossi breaks down the win at 1:30 p.m.
Join us for the a live Browns chat today with The Plain Dealer's Tony Grossi at a special time, 1:30 p.m., because it's always more fun to talk about a win. Chat live with Tony Grossi today at a...
View ArticleCleveland Browns A.M. Links: Daring Browns; All positives; Scott Fujita helps...
The Cleveland Browns finally played a game as if they had nothing to lose. Ohio.com columnist Marla Ridenour writes how not only is this the third straight year that the Browns have beaten the...
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Far from reckless, Cleveland Browns' surprise plays were a well-planned...
The Browns' trick plays were carefully calculated risks, and their success led not only to a shocking upset victory but to a much needed lift in the spirits of Clevelanders. Joshua Gunter / The Plain...
View ArticleVote in Week 10 You Pick the Game high school football contest
Voting has begun in the final You Pick the Game high school football contest of the 2010 season. Vote to decide where we send one of our reporters Friday night. Voting is open until noon Thursday. The...
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Team close to reaching two of its goals: football blog with Maple Heights...
We are one step closer to accomplishing two of our goals: conference champs and an undefeated regular season. View full sizeLonnie Timmons III/The Plain DealerQuarterback Shaq Washington and Maple...
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Cleveland Browns' Eric Mangini praises QB Colt McCoy, but hedges on starter...
Eric Mangini is not tipping his hand for Bill Belichick on whether Colt McCoy will stay at quarterback for the New England game on Nov. 7 after the team's bye. View full sizeJohn Kuntz / The Plain...
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Cleveland Browns waive James Davis, sign RB Thomas Clayton
Like Jerome Harrison before him, Davis has not been happy with his lack of playing time. John Kuntz / The Plain DealerJames Davis carried just four times in his time with the Cleveland Browns, gaining...
View ArticleMedina golf courses will host Ohio Open tournaments in 2011, 2012
The 54-hole tournament, played at Quail Hollow for the last three years, will move to Weymouth and Fox Meadow country clubs. CLEVELAND, Ohio -- The Ohio Open, the most prestigious tournament conducted...
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P.M. Cleveland Cavaliers links: Some pundits think Cavs will be better than...
Sports Illustrated writer, for example, thinks Cavs might contend for a playoff spot. Scott Shaw, The Plain Dealer Two of the Cavs' best defensive players - Anderson Varejao (left) and Jamario Moon...
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Kent State AD Nielsen pleased with 2011 football matchup with Alabama
KSU's athletic director said he is aggressively looking at future payday games. CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Kent State has been caught in a whirlwind of lost-and-found football scheduling this fall, beginning...
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Simply as a coach, Eric Mangini is deserving of more time to determine his...
A victory before the bye week is exactly what Browns fans and Coach Eric Mangini need. Joshua Gunter / The Plain DealerBrowns fans don't want to hear about rebuilding and incremental improvement, says...
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