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By Greg Matzek CREATED Mar. 6, 2013
The Milwaukee Brewers improved their spring training record to (5-7) after a 7-6 win over the Seattle Mariners today at the Peoria Sports Complex in Peoria, AZ. The win snapped a 10-game winning streak for the Mariners. Below is a snapshot of things that went right, and things that went wrong today.
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By Greg Matzek CREATED Mar. 6, 2013
After losing to team Canada 7-4 on Tuesday afternoon, the Brewers are back at it today against the Seattle Mariners on a sun-drenched afternoon in Peoria, AZ. Peoria Sports Complex hosts both the Mariners and San Diego Padres. That would explain the lack of a team logo behind the plate.
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By Greg Matzek CREATED Mar. 6, 2013
Allow me to take a break from baseball to express my disappointment in the NBA's ruling to fine Oklahoma City Thunder forward, Serge Ibaka, $25,000 for a blatant shot to the stones of Clippers forward, Blake Griffin.
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By Greg Matzek CREATED Mar. 5, 2013
Ever wonder how rumors get started in major league baseball? Here is a classic example.
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By Greg Matzek CREATED Mar. 5, 2013
After taking Monday off, the Milwaukee Brewers will get a taste of the World Baseball Classic on Tuesday when they host team Canada at Maryvale Baseball Park. Making things more interesting is that the Brewers have three players who will suit up for team Canada today. Relief pitchers John Axford and Jim Henderson and infielder Taylor Green have all temporarily traded in their Brewers uniforms for one with a maple leaf.
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By Greg Matzek CREATED Mar. 5, 2013
After being scratched from his scheduled start last Sunday due to a strained groin, there was some question whether or not Brewers ace Yovani Gallardo would pitch for team Mexico in the World Baseball Classic.
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By Greg Matzek CREATED Mar. 4, 2013
The 2013 NFL league year will officially begin on March 12. At that time, teams must be at or below the $123.9 million dollar salary cap. Several teams, including the Packers, have already started unloading high priced veterans to become more cap friendly, and, in most cases, free up room to sign free agents. Did I mention that the free agent frenzy also begins on March 12?
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By Greg Matzek CREATED Mar. 3, 2013
After defeating the Angels 4-3 in Cactus League play on Saturday, the Brewers are back at it today against the Chicago Cubs at Hohokam Park in Mesa, AZ. Several thousand fans are on hand on an overcast, but warm afternoon. The Cubs routinely draw 4,500-6,500 fans for spring training games, and its not out of the ordinary for attendance to exceed 10,000. That's pretty impressive for cactus league ball.
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By Greg Matzek CREATED Mar. 1, 2013
Texas Rangers shortstop Elvis Andrus was held out of Thursday's cactus league game against the Indians due to soreness in the biceps in his left arm.
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By Greg Matzek CREATED Feb. 28, 2013
The Milwaukee Bucks buzzer-beating win over the Houston Rockets wasn't the only dramatic finish in the NBA on Wednesday night.
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By Greg Matzek CREATED Feb. 27, 2013
When it comes to recruiting for football, the SEC has developed a reputation for being ahead of the game. Over the weekend, Alabama head coach Nick Saban joined LSU"s Les Miles in the pursuit of a talented youngster.
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By Greg Matzek CREATED Feb. 26, 2013
University of Wisconsin senior forward Jared Berggren has been selected as one of 30 finalists for the 2013 Naismith Award. The award is given annually to the college basketball player of the year.
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By Greg Matzek CREATED Feb. 26, 2013
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By Greg Matzek CREATED Feb. 18, 2013
The Wonderlic test. Fair or unfair, a player's score on the annually administered aptitude test is scrutinized along with a player's 40-yard dash time and three cone drill.
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By Greg Matzek CREATED Feb. 15, 2013
As workers begin constructing a new, state-of-the-art indoor venue for the Minnesota Vikings, the now outdated Metrodome will have been reduced to a pile of rubble. While the Vikings await their new digs, they will need a temporary home. Say hello to outdoor football in Minnesota.
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By Greg Matzek CREATED Feb. 15, 2013
Earlier in the week, the Golden State Warriors unveiled alternate jersey's which contain short sleeves. Adidas, the official uniform provider for the NBA, has put a similar touch on the McDonald's High School All-American uniforms.
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By Greg Matzek CREATED Feb. 14, 2013
You knew it was just a matter of time before the NCAA followed the NFL's lead in regards to player safety. The NCAA rules committee has unanimously approved strengthening the penalty for targeted hits to the head.
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By Greg Matzek CREATED Feb. 13, 2013
According to ESPN's Marc Stein, the Dallas Mavericks have an interest in acquiring Milwaukee Bucks point guard Brandon Jennings in advance of the February 21 trade deadline.
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By Greg Matzek CREATED Feb. 13, 2013
Wisconsin Badgers athletic director Barry Alvarez says Big Ten officials have recently agreed to stop scheduling nonconference football games against FCS programs. FCS schools include teams that would be considered mid-majors in college basketball.
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By Greg Matzek CREATED Feb. 12, 2013
In the wake of monster snowstorm, Nemo the NFL is in the process of developing a contingency plan in the event Nemo part 2 slams into the northeastern part of the country.
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