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Michael Phelps Finally Tops Ryan Lochte At U.S. Swim Trials.. Olympic Rivalry Already Heating Up.. Franklin Denies Coughlin

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Germany vs. Italy
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Serena Rolls Into Third Round
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Andrew Wild: The New Stars of Baseball

High school student in Los Angeles

It's an exciting time in baseball. As we're looking at a new playing field in the MLB, let's look at the players who will emerge as its new stars.

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Olympic History: 9 Inspirational Athletes You've Never Heard Of (PHOTOS)

Stephen Amidon, 06/28/12

There is something special about an Olympian. While many athletes are treated like gods, the breed of competitors who materialize every four years occupies the upper reaches of the pantheon. There seems to be something a little more pure, a little more genuine about them.

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2012 NBA Draft Busts Preview (Video)

Jordan Schultz, 06/27/12

The Huffington Post's sports columnist, The Schultz Report

In another NBA Draft segment with Noah Coslov of CineSport, I break down the injury concerns of former Ohio St. All-American Jared Sullinger and just how far he could slip Thursday night.

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We Have a College Football Playoff, But the Damage Is Done: The Top 10 BCS-Era Games We Never Got to Watch

Dan Treadway, 06/27/12

Associate blog editor, Huffington Post

I'm as happy as every other fan that college football is finally getting a national championship, but after evaluating what we've missed out on as a result of a lack of it, the question remains: What took you guys so long?

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Euro 2012 Politics

Matthias Krug, 06/27/12

Writer, journalist; Author, 'Selfishness'

The final of the Euro (the football tournament) takes place this Sunday in the midst of the ongoing crisis of the euro (the currency). Unfortunately and perhaps inevitably, sport has been invaded by political and financial metaphors these days.

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Anderson Silva's Rude Awakening

Elliot Worsell, 06/27/12

Mixed martial arts and boxing analyst

On Monday evening, UFC world middleweight champion Anderson Silva starkly switched from mellow to malevolent in the blink of an eye, taking everybody, not least of all opponent Chael Sonnen, by surprise.

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Does Obama's Youkilis Comment Mean Anything?

Danny Groner, 06/27/12

Manager, Shutterstock

Election season and baseball season intersected on Monday night as President Obama poked fun at Boston fans during a Massachusetts fundraiser after the Red Sox traded fan-favorite Kevin Youkilis to his cherished Chicago White Sox.

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Weighing In on IndyCar Reducing Schedule to 15 Races

Josh Farmer, 06/27/12

Blogger, No Restrictor Plate

IndyCar announced recently that the race in China will not be replaced and the schedule shall remain at 15 races for this year. I have to say I concur with their decision on this one.

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College Football Playoff Is Here -- But Students and Taxpayers Should Not Be Happy

Brian Frederick, 06/26/12

Executive Director, SportsFans.org

While most fans are celebrating the official announcement of a four-team playoff, keep in mind that college football remains firmly in the control of a cartel that cares more about protecting its own profits than fairly and equitably maximizing revenues for the benefit of all.

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More Than Just a Soccer Tournament for Bhutanese Refugees

Jesse Seaver, 06/27/12

President, Curry Without Worry

While families often did stay together, friends were dispersed when the relocation to the U.S. took place. In addition, many of the Bay Area's original Bhutanese refugees have left the area because of the high cost of living and high unemployment rate here.

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Jacksonville Jaguars Center Brad Meester and Five-Year-Old Luke Akerstrom: Friends for Life

Ryan Robinson, 06/26/12

Director of Public Relations, Jacksonville Jaguars

Surrounded by the entire Jaguars team and coaches at a morning training camp practice, Luke surprised Brad by taking his first steps since before his illness. Tears rolled down the faces of many in attendance which included more than 50 friends and family members.

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At Age 36, David Ortiz Still Getting It Done

Evan Bleier, 06/26/12

Graduate Student, New York University

Ortiz has unquestionably been the Red Sox best and most consistent hitter in 2012 and his resurgence has helped to pick up some of the slack that slow starts from Dustin Pedroia and Adrian Gonzalez have created.

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The LeBron Narrative and the Psychology of Sports Fans

Sam Sommers, 06/25/12

Professor, Tufts University; Author

However, take a more careful look at the past few seasons of LeBron. On paper, at least, he has actually done a lot of the things we claim we want our sports heroes to do.

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The Spirit of Miami

Xavier L. Suarez, 06/25/12

Miami-Dade County Commissioner

The media tends to portray Miami as a city plagued by many ills. A city with a low quality of life. A city that you visit in the winter, but not a city where you want to live. But teams like the Heat dispel that notion entirely.

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La Roja: Good News For Spain

Jimmy Burns, 06/26/12

Journalist, Author

Spain may be down in the dumps financially, but, in its soccer, Spain has found something to retain some dignity over.

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Lake Powell to Lake Powell: The Journey Down the Colorado Begins

Zachary Podmore, 06/26/12

Colorado native, kayaker and environmental blogger

As we take our first steps towards the sea in a landscape almost as wild as it was in J.W. Powell's day, the thrill of the journey ahead, the thin mountain air and the landscape all leave me exhilarated.

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Globalizing Title IX

Kenneth L. Shropshire, 06/25/12

Special counsel, Duane Morris LLP

What remains to be done 40 years after the signing of Title IX? Saudi Arabia's agreement to permit women to participate in the Olympics for the first time is an interesting reference point as this moment is celebrated.

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Clemens's Acquittal Does Not Restore His Name

Stanley H. Teitelbaum, 06/26/12

Psychoanalyst; Author, 'Athletes Who Indulge Their Dark Side'

His name will be on the ballot this fall along with other besmirched players like Barry Bonds and Sammy Sosa, and voters will face an interesting dilemma.

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Former NBA Player Found Dead At 55

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LIVE: Tiger At Congressional

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WATCH: Is Rookie Next Spiderman?

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Carmelo Poses As Wax Statue To Scare Visitors

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GOING THROUGH

WATCH: Spain Edge Portugal In Penalties To Reach Euro Final

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LIVE DISCUSSION: From Class Trips To Recruiting Trips... Is Athletics Stealing Our Students?

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NBA Draft
Was Staying In School The Wrong Move?

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WTA Says 'No' To Grunting

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Lincecum Gets Rare Win On Big Night For Giants

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50 Greatest Streaks In Sports History

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Anthony Davis Trademarks Unibrow

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Star Pitching Prospect Nailed In Face By Line Drive

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Major Upset At Wimbledon

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Tennis Player Says Women Shouldn't Earn As Much As Men

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Yankees Lose Another Pitcher

CC Hits DL

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WISE GUY: Outfielder Sells Ump On Phantom Catch

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The BCS Is (Almost) Dead

Questions And Answers On College Football Playoff

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Bears Star: 'We Look Like A Champion'

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Birth Mother Of Matt Sandusky Raised Questions About Convicted Coach

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WATCH: Reds Closer Delivers Bizarre Celebration

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WATCH: Obama Draws Boos (And Youk Chants) With Joke

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Drew Brees Calls Out NFL Bounty Investigation

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THE (MUDDY) ROAD TO LONDON

U.S. Track Star Suggests Female Sprinters Break Tie With Mud Wrestling

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The Dwightmare Continues

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NBA Mock Draft

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'I Eat What I Want': 5 Crazy Olympic Training Diets

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Drexler Denies 'Dream Team' Comments Against Magic

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TMI: Jessica Canseco Talks Jose's Testicles

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Report: Woman Shopping Nude Photos Of T.O.

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WATCH: Kite Surfer's AMAZING Jump!

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2012 ESPN 'Body Issue' Athletes Revealed

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WATCH: Tyson's Epic PTI Interview

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Shaq Thinks It's Tebow (And Sanchez) Time

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LIVE DISCUSSION: Lebron Finally Wins... Who Do We Hate Next?

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Ochocinco Takes Aim At ESPN's Mike & Mike

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Home Run Fail

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2012 NHL Draft Report Cards

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Which NFL Team Is Ready To Break Out?

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LOOK: England Fan Bares It All During TK (NSFW Photo)

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Another Fan Fight Breaks Out At MLB Game

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Amar'e Stoudemire Calls Twitter Follower Gay Slur

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Former ESPN Anchor: 'I Was Molested'

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Saudi Arabia To Allow Women To Compete In Olympics

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UCLA Football After Another Rapper's Son

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WATCH: Young White Sox Fan Crushed By Trade

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