Topic: Branch Rickey

AP News | 2009-12-19 20:19:51
Taking a knee: Book explores evangelical monopoly in pro sports, and asks if it's a good thing

A toss left, a quick break past the defense, and it was obvious Philadelphia Eagles running back Herb Lusk was headed to the end zone. The real surprise came when he arrived 70 yards later. Lusk dropped to a knee in the ...

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AP News | 2009-09-10 16:36:32
Angels outfielder Torii Hunter wins Branch Rickey Award for his work with kids

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Torii Hunter is the winner of the Branch Rickey Award in recognition of his work with kids in the community. Created by the Rotary Club of Denver in 1991, the Branch Rickey Award honors individuals in baseball who contribute to their communities and ...

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Las Vegas Sun | 2009-02-26 16:01:28
City’s location makes travel schedule work for far-flung league on budget

One of the more interesting rumors making the rounds during the Microwave Oven Circuit — because Triple-A baseball and betting against the Yankees is as good as it gets in Las Vegas, the Hot Stove League doesn’t play here — is that we might be in jeopardy of losing ...

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