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Rob Johnson made his, now he's trying to force Bucs coach Jon Gruden to pick "flashy" ahead of "consistent." RB looks like a good catch LAKE BUENA VISTA -- While the coaching staff stressed it isn't reading much into Saturday's practices with the Dolphins, one thing is certain: Running back Michael Pittman has good hands coming out of the backfield. Look for a livelier bunch of players LAKE BUENA VISTA -- The first thing you will notice about Jon Gruden's team is players will show emotions. Southern Fryed This is a weekly update by Times NFL writer Darrell Fry on the Bucs' new opponents in the NFC South Division. Gary Shelton Forget anticipation, let's see what the talk's about It's there. Just around the bend. Can you see it? Rays Hit Show returns for one game RAYS 13, ROYALS 6: Tampa Bay emerges with the long ball, setting a team record with six homers. McRae gives Escalona rest KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Sensing that second baseman Felix Escalona was beginning to struggle after seven consecutive starts, manager Hal McRae took the rookie out of the lineup Saturday and could leave him on the bench. Rays tales McRAE'S GUIDE TO KANSAS CITY: For 14-plus seasons as a player with the Royals and another four as manager, Hal McRae and family called the Kansas City area home. So the Rays manager knows the city about as well as anybody outside of Missouri. Here are a few of his recommendations if you find yourself headed to America's heartland: Hubert Mizell Crazed parents mar sports experience for all It's nothing new. Daddies becoming monsters. Moms turning vicious. For generations, at sports happenings meant to entertain and enrich kids, short-fused parents and nauseating passions too often erupt.
AP poll makes it unanimous But finishing No. 1 will be difficult for the Hurricanes and others thanks to tough schedules. Seminoles hit by key injuries TALLAHASSEE -- Florida State is worried about injuries sustained during the first scrimmage Saturday, including receiver Anquan Boldin, quarterback Adrian McPherson and defensive tackle Jeff Womble. Predictions of downfall motivate Florida GAINESVILLE -- With his 301-pound body tightly tucked into a small chair in the bowels of Florida Field on Saturday, offensive lineman Shannon Snell spoke with a hint of bitterness. Local product eager to leave past behind GAINESVILLE -- It has been more than nine months since Clint Mitchell played a game. WNBA Houston loss opens door for L.A. in West HOUSTON -- Tangela Smith scored 17 as Sacramento beat Houston 61-59 Saturday, the Comets' first home loss in 13 games. NBA Shaq to don many hats for charity Expect to see Lakers star coaching, posing, partying during Celebrity Basketball Weekend. Football Injured Dilfer exits Seattle's opener SEATTLE -- Seahawks starting quarterback Trent Dilfer sprained his right knee in the team's preseason opener against the Colts on Saturday night. Second look at Pickett seems better for Rams The Rams can't stop talking about the improvement of Zephyrhills High product Ryan Pickett, a faceless defensive lineman a year ago who has become the talk of their training camp. Motorsports Park relieved to be back in contention Steve Park climbed out of his car after the hottest Winston Cup race of the season and received congratulatory back slaps and high-fives from the members of the No. 1 Chevrolet team. Little League Late rally sends N.C. to Series With four runs in the sixth, North Carolina defeats Virginia 4-2. Golf No Slam, but PGA has plenty to offer No doubt, there were some long faces at Hazeltine National Golf Club three weeks ago as an all-but-frozen Tiger Woods flailed in the wind at Muirfield, his Grand Slam hopes blown away. Outdoors Daily fishing report Two tropical systems and an early cold front have made running far offshore difficult. Though the grouper bite inside 20 miles has been slow, there's still some fun to be had. Letters Frisking fans at Bucs games an 'idiotic plan' I am a club seat ticket-holder at Raymond James Stadium, and I am furious the Tampa Sports Authority is considering frisking everyone who goes through the gate. I pay too much money for my seats to be treated in such a manner.
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