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Anderson marked by desire Hustle, versatility attract Rays after he gets squeezed out in Philly. Abernathy not fretting over competition ST. PETERSBURG -- If the Devil Rays brought in Marlon Anderson to take over at second base, Brent Abernathy didn't take it personally. Lightning
LIGHTNING 2, DUCKS 0: The goaltender has 24 saves to lead Tampa Bay in its playoff pursuit. Andreychuk's first priority is wins TAMPA -- Dave Andreychuk doesn't give a (expletive) about scoring goals. That's what the Lightning captain said Tuesday when asked about a stretch in which he has four goals in 21 games. Playoff tickets At least the Lightning is confident. And it probably is prudent to plan ahead. The team announced Tuesday that playoff tickets for the first two rounds will go on sale March 10. Where, when and how much tickets will cost was not released. That information should be available today or Thursday. There is a number to call: (813) 301-6600. John Romano For one night UF finds greatness; now keep it GAINESVILLE -- What you had here was a good team. College basketball Gators are greater at home FLORIDA 96, S. CAROLINA 63: Bench leads team to school record for consecutive home wins. Decision on Bull's fate postponed for a week TAMPA -- Raphael Toren must wait another week. NFL Lions cut Crowell, Howard for cap ALLEN PARK, Mich. -- The Lions released receiver Germane Crowell and kick returner Desmond Howard on Tuesday. College football USF near to games vs. I-AAs TAMPA -- South Florida is on the verge of filling one or two of the three openings in its 2003 football schedule with home games against I-AA schools Western Illinois and/or Nicholls State. Arena football Godsey to try for QB backup TAMPA -- The Storm's search for a third quarterback brought the team to its back yard. Baseball Hoffman opts for surgery PEORIA, Ariz. -- Trevor Hoffman is focusing on his comeback, not the shoulder operation that will sideline him half the season. Schmidt believes Rose will return CLEARWATER -- Mike Schmidt arrived at the Carpenter Complex on Tuesday armed with some interesting opinions. Revamped panel renews Hall hopes NEW YORK -- Until recently, Joe Torre thought he was too active to be considered for Cooperstown. NHL 10 goals, no winner in Boston BOSTON -- Bill Guerin was productive in his return to Boston. His team's defense wasn't. USF Pierson's stock rises after strong combine TAMPA -- To the surprise of no one affiliated with South Florida football, Shurron Pierson was one of the standouts of the NFL scouting combine, which concluded Monday. FSU Hamilton taking it one game at a time Men's basketball coach Leonard Hamilton will not say if he feels his rebuilding project is ahead of schedule. He won't even fess up to having a time-table for that task. UF Donovan striving to keep it fresh GAINESVILLE -- This is the time of year when basketball coaches in America try to keep their teams motivated -- and healthy -- for the rest of the season. Florida coach Billy Donovan is no different. In brief Tainted letters spur warning at America's Cup AUCKLAND, New Zealand -- Life continued as normal at the America's Cup after a public warning from anti-terror police after letters containing cyanide crystals and white powder were seized by postal workers. NBA McGrady gets help in another Magic win ORLANDO -- It's early, but Drew Gooden and Gordan Giricek are looking like the best additions to Orlando since Mickey Mouse. Preps Uplifting the level of the Lions That's what senior guard Marquis McCullough does for playoff-bound King, his coach says. Robinson overmatched CLASS 3A: The Knights never recover from a second-quarter run by Immokalee. Cambridge ends routine day with another victory CLASS A: Alexis Walker scores 20 points in a 70-58 win against the Community School of Naples. TBT's rally falls short in loss to Southeast CLASS 4A: A two-point second quarter creates a hole the Titans can't dig out of for a 58-43 defeat. Toughness edge enough for Durant CLASS 5A: The 3-pointers don't fall. However, the Cougars find a way to eliminate New Smyrna Beach 47-35. Countryside must get past Brandon Having already lost to the Eagles in a dual meet, the Cougars have another shot at the state tourney. Better, but not good enough CLASS A: IRC plays Bradenton Christian much tougher than last time around, but it's the Panthers who will move on. Father Lopez sinks Barons CLASS 2A: The home team scores 31 points in the second quarter, effectively ending St. Petersburg Catholic's season. Tornadoes in a breeze CLASS 5A: Naples doesn't provide much in the way of competition for the Clearwater juggernaut. Defense stifles CCC CLASS 2A: Melbourne Central Catholic's fast start and defensive pressure overwhelm Marauders. One-girl show lifts Warhawks CLASS 5A: Jen Hansen gets 31 points and 12 rebounds to lead Seminole past Naples Gulf Coast 60-51. Gators doomed from start CLASS 4A: Land O'Lakes' woes began before the game got under way, then things got worse. One-girl show proves enough to oust Rams CLASS 4A: Jessica Dickson has 41 points and 13 rebounds in Vanguard's 62-36 victory against Ridgewood. Outdoors Daily fishing report Spring fishing conditions are here. The gulf water temperature is rising, near the mid 60s. Large bait schools are appearing south of Egmont Channel. We are a couple of weeks from kingfish season.
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