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Home run for Fisher: Dixonite knows nutrition, loves Reagan Run

Deciding where to go for July Fourth festivities was a no-brainer for Rebecca Fisher.

Ben Gordon moving on to Motown

After performing a high-wire act so many times with clutch shots, Ben Gordon stayed at that altitude Wednesday, taking the high road as his five-year association with the Bulls ended.

Head to Western, young man

When Western Illinois University made its pitch, Jason Smith listened.

Piniella loses cool as Cubs win

PITTSBURGH – Lou Piniella finally blew his top Wednesday night at PNC Park, putting an end to the long-running story line about his alleged lack of fire.

Contreras, White Sox keep on cruising

CLEVELAND – While much of the speculation has centered on upgrades before the July 31 trading deadline, Jose Contreras and battery mate Juan Castro have fortified the White Sox’s roster over the last five weeks.

Hawks pry Hossa from Wings: Veteran free agent forward signs 12-year deal with Chicago

CHICAGO – The Chicago Blackhawks dipped deep into the NHL free-agent market by signing star forward Marian Hossa away from the Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday with a 12-year, $62.8 million contract.

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Manny, you've got some 'splainin to do

Manny Ramirez returns from baseball exile Friday, and the only question the Dodgers have is how soon he will be able to revive the team’s suddenly anemic offense. Good thing, because it appears that will be the only question Ramirez has any interest in answering.

Endangered species: Sports landscape littered with litany of last legs

Today’s assignment: Review the current status of selected endangered species, and that doesn’t mean the California condor. The sports world has them, too, so let’s make sure we’re up to date with any recent developments.

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