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BREWERS

Brewers’ Vogt won’t be ready for opener; Braun hits 2 HRs

March 15, 2018 Rick Solem

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PHOENIX (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers catcher Stephen Vogt will not be ready for the season opener because of a shoulder strain. Brewers manager Craig Counsell said Wednesday a second opinion revealed confirmed an initial diagnosis of a strained capsule. The Brewers start the regular season on March 29 in San Diego. “We’re just going to […]

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BUCKS

Giannis has 38, as Magic end five-game skid against Bucks

March 15, 2018 Associated Press

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ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A little redemption for the Orlando Magic was a big blow to the Milwaukee Bucks. Jonathon Simmons scored a career-high 35 points, D.J. Augustin added 32 and the Magic bounced back from an embarrassing defeat to beat the Bucks 126-117 on Wednesday night. Nikola Vucevic had 22 points, nine rebounds and […]

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VIKINGS

Vikings, Broncos talking QB Trevor Siemian trade

March 15, 2018 Rick Solem

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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — While Kirk Cousins was on his way to visit, the Minnesota Vikings were moving swiftly toward securing a potential backup. According to a person with knowledge of the negotiations, the Vikings were working on a trade Wednesday with the Denver Broncos to acquire quarterback Trevor Siemian. The person spoke to the AP […]

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PACKERS

After Packers release Jordy Nelson, Aaron Rodgers offers heartfelt farewell

March 14, 2018 Rick Solem

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GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers is losing his most prolific receiver but might be getting an upgrade at tight end. The Green Bay Packers released veteran Jordy Nelson, the third-leading receiver in franchise history and one of Rodgers’ top targets. Nelson, who turns 33 in May, was scheduled to earn $10.25 million this […]

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HIGH SCHOOL

Recently convicted felon, who averages 29 a game, will play in state tourney against Central

March 13, 2018 Associated Press

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A Milwaukee teenager, who could face prison time for armed robbery, has been cleared to play in the WIAA boys basketball tournament Friday … against Central. The 6-foot-5 Deontay Long averages 29 points a game for sixth-ranked Milwaukee Washington (23-3), which meets No.2-ranked Central (24-2) at 3:15 p.m. Friday from the Kohl Center in Madison. […]

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PACKERS

Jimmy Graham in, Jordy Nelson out and other NFL things

March 13, 2018 Rick Solem

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Not long after the news that Jimmy Graham was going to sign with the Green Bay Packers, another report says Jordy Nelson will be cut. No word on how much the 31-year-old Graham will make but it looks to be a 3-year deal. Nelson, who will be 33 on May 31, spent 10 seasons with […]

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BUCKS

Jennings gets near triple-double as Bucks hand Memphis 18th straight loss

March 12, 2018 Associated Press

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MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Brandon Jennings feels a sense of urgency in trying to prove he belongs back in the NBA after signing a 10-day contract with the Milwaukee Bucks. Jennings, who joined the team Sunday, took a huge step in that direction Monday night, finishing with 16 points, 12 assists and eight rebounds off […]

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PACKERS

Packers looking at Jimmy Graham, wide receivers in free agency

March 12, 2018 Rick Solem

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With Ted Thompson no longer the general manager, it looks as though the Green Bay Packers are rumored for every free agent in the NFL. At the top of the list for new GM Brian Gutekunst, is 31-year-old Jimmy Graham. The Saints also appear to be interested in their old tight end. The Packers also […]

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COLLEGE

Industry: $10B will be bet on March Madness, most illegally

March 12, 2018 Associated Press

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ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — America’s gambling industry predicts $10 billion will be bet on the March Madness college basketball tournament — nearly all of it illegally or off-the-books. That’s one of the reasons the American Gaming Association favors the full legalization and regulation of sports betting in the United States. The U.S. Supreme Court […]

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SPORTS NEWS

Michigan universities seek delay on Nassar-inspired bills

March 12, 2018 Associated Press

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LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Michigan’s 15 public universities on Monday asked the Legislature to delay voting on bills inspired by the Larry Nassar sexual abuse case, expressing concern about measures that would retroactively extend the time victims would have to file lawsuits and remove an immunity defense for governmental agencies. The Senate is posed to […]

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