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Quarles covers Bucs' LB needs Inside or out, the veteran's speed and versatility have been on display. Rays Rays' Cox on his way to Japan ST. PETERSBURG -- When Steve Cox heard the Yokohama Bay Stars had interest in bringing him to Japan, he didn't know what to think. After agreeing to a lucrative multiyear deal that guarantees him $6.2-million and could be worth in excess of $10-million, he can't wait to go. Lightning Second is downfall this time WILD 5, LIGHTNING 3: Three goals in the second period get Khabibulin pulled. NHL: No-goal call was right ST. PAUL, Minn. -- The NHL said replay officials and Denis Morel, a supervisor of officials, made the correct call Saturday when they disallowed an apparent Lightning goal against the Bruins. Gary Shelton: Sherman slips from his perch Here on the high moral ground, the footing is kind of slippery.
Holy Wildcats! Former superhero player Richard "Batman" Wood has more on his mind than a state title. College football 'Bama turns toward Leavitt South Florida coach becomes one of top candidates to replace Dennis Franchione. UF's Snell understands pain of coach leaving GAINESVILLE -- Florida players empathize with those at Alabama and Kentucky, who recently lost their coaches to other schools. FSU guard out 10 weeks TALLAHASSEE -- FSU sophomore guard Andrew Wilson could miss up to 10 weeks from a torn ligament in his right (shooting hand) wrist. He is scheduled for surgery Friday, will be in a cast for 3-6 weeks and then will need as much as a month's rehabilitation, said Dr. William Thompson of the Tallahassee Orthopedic Center. Fantasy leagues Consider the opposition before choosing starters for playoffs With every league's playoffs in full swing, the stakes become higher with each decision on whom to play. NFL Dolphins hit full stride to keep up Miami keeps pace with New England thanks to Ricky Williams. Golf Ambassador for area golf dies at age 76 Former Times writer Jimmy Mann, co-founder of County Golf Association, had humor and endless enthusiasm. College basketball Arkansas curtails its home slump FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. -- Freshman Jonathon Modica scored 19 Tuesday as Arkansas beat Louisiana Tech 72-60, averting the Razorbacks' first three-game losing streak in Bud Walton Arena since the arena opened nine years ago. Top 25: UConn recovers from horrid start HARTFORD, Conn. -- Ben Gordon scored 16 of his 18 in the second half as No. 9 Connecticut rallied from 25-point deficit to beat Massachusetts 59-48 Tuesday night. Penn State cruises on two 10-0 runs STATE COLLEGE, Pa. -- Kelly Mazzante scored 30 to lead No. 11 Penn State to an 82-56 victory over St. Joseph's on Tuesday night. Baseball Rose in talks to end ban NEW YORK -- Pete Rose may be getting his second chance. NHL Gagne doesn't need much help in leading Philadelphia SUNRISE -- Simon Gagne scored two unassisted goals as the Flyers beat the Panthers 5-2 Tuesday night. NBA Bulls charge on past tired Magic CHICAGO -- The Magic could only watch as Marcus Fizer slashed through the lane and drove straight to the basket midway through the fourth quarter. Shorts In brief Study: Sports fans more likely to binge when drinking Preps Wood, New named top football coaches TAMPA -- Capping a season in which their programs joined the county elite, Durant coach David New and Wharton's Richard Wood were named coaches of the year Tuesday by the Tampa Chapter of the National Football Foundation and Hall of Fame. Last chance to grab spotlight Here is the 2002 resume of Seminole's Joey Fabrizio: Led the county in rushing with 1,406 yards. East Lake better late than never in 3-1 win EAST LAKE -- From the beginning, East Lake was running behind, from the coach who was tardy to warmups, to the offense that showed up late in the second half. IRC's football coach resigns After two seasons, Chris Ahleong has resigned as head football coach at Indian Rocks Christian. The Golden Eagles were 3-16 under Ahleong, who also served as the school's dean of students. Palm Bay living up to preseason hype Jefferson's opponent suffered through its own early-season stumbles before winning 12 straight. Strong first half enough for Citrus LECANTO -- In its 52-39 win Tuesday night against Lecanto, Citrus showed why it has the experience and depth to be one of the area's best teams. Outdoors: Daily fishing report Sure, the wind has been blowing, and the water is cold. And the tides are really low. But there's no use complaining because that won't put fish in the boat. Tweak your technique to help put winter conditions in your favor.
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