What’s the buzz from the world of sports? Here are some items that will have people talking:
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Here’s a bright spot for haters of the free-spending New York Yankees: They will enter the regular season without third baseman Alex Rodriguez (hip), shortstop Derek Jeter (ankle), first baseman Mark Teixeira (wrist), center fielder Curtis Granderson (forearm) and likely starting pitcher Phil Hughes (back).
You could build an all-star team around the guys on the disabled list, including pitcher Johan Santana, Mets; closer Jason Motte, Cardinals; catcher Brian McCann, Braves; DH David Ortiz, Red Sox, and third baseman Chase Headley, Padres.
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Brian Urlacher is the latest symbol of life after 30 in the NFL. As Clifton Brown reports on aolsportingnews.com, if you are on the downside of your career, and no longer a star, start packing your bags when your contract runs out.
