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Football Update:


The Broncos rolled at home 34-20 over the Tennesse Titans to improve to 5-5.

The NFL is invetsigating whether Green Bay Packer players were monetarily rewarded for achieving their defesnive goals. The League prohibits bonuses for actions against a particular team.

The Giants Mathias Kiwanuka underwent surgery to repair a broken leg suffered during Sunday's win over the Detroit Lions.

Eagles QB Donovan McNabb is day to day with an injured ankle and thumb.

Sad news, Hall of Famer Jim Ringo has died at the age of 75.

Baseball News:
Congratulation to Alex Rodriguez on winning his third MVP Award.

The Los Angeles Angels of Anahiem have acquired pitcher Jon Garland from the Chicago White Sox for short stop Orlando Cabrera.

The San Diego Padres have finalized a deal with Greg Maddux that would bring him back for one year at a price tag of $10 million.

Mike Lowell is staying with the Boston Red Sox. The 2007 World Series MVP has come to terms with the team on a 3 year worth between $36-38 million.

The White Sox and Dodgers broke ground on a new Spring Training facility which will house both teams beginnng in 2009.

Braves Update:
The Atlanta Braves officially announced Tom Glavines return. During the press conference we learned Jeff Francouer, John Smoltz, Brian McCann and Andruw Jones (who was in Hawaii) were super excited to have Glavine back. Of course, Andruw won't be with the team next year, but it's nice to know he still cares. We also learned the Braves are set as far as starters go. Bobby Cox said the team had 8 players going for 5 spots. The 8 included oft-injured Mike Hampton who impressed Cox and GM Frank Wren during their four day trip to Arizona. The Braves are also interested in adding one more arm to the bullpen.

Popo in my crib News:
Michael Vick has surrendered to authorities early, like three weeks before his sentencing early. Vick is doing the old, I've changed sentence me lighter trick. We'll see if it works. The federal sentencing guideline recommends a year to 18 months for his actions. Watch out Mike, because the popo are on your tail!

In just because its your birthday doesn't mean you can drive drunk news, Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Cato June was pulled over by the popo hours after the Bucs beat the Falcons on June's birthday and charged with DUI. Cato had been speeding when the popo pulled him over. He refused to take a breath test and was brought into the Hillsborough County Jail. He was released on $500 bond. Watch out Cato, because the popo are on your tail!

News & Notes: The Nets cruised to their sixth straight loss with their 102-75 performance against the Utah Jazz...The Magic, on the other hand, picked up their five consecutive win, a 95-88 victory over the New Orleans Hornets...It was a banner night for the Islanders goalie Rick DiPietro, not only did he pick up his 100th victory, he also got to punch Ranger Sean Avery. The Isles beat the Rangers 2-1...The Ducks acquired Brian Sutherby from the Washington Capitals for a 2009 draft pick...Former Duck Paul Kariya knocked in a goal and picked up an assist in the Blues 2-1 win over the Nashville Predators...Congratulations to Juan Pablo Montoya on picking up the 2007 Rookie of the Year Award in the Nextel Cup Series.

Check this out: The final MLB Award of the year will be announced at 2 PM. According to this article, it's going to be close.

It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate