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NASCAR says Mayfield expert lied in affidavit (AP)AP - An expert witness for suspended driver Jeremy Mayfield does not have the medical degrees or certifications he listed in his qualifications, NASCAR alleged Tuesday.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 16 Jun 2009 | 2:42 pm Brett Favre finally talks about possible return, VikingsBrett Favre says he is considering coming out of retirement for a second time and the only team he has talked to about a return to the NFL is the Minnesota Vikings.Source: ESPN.com | 16 Jun 2009 | 2:29 pm Texas Rangers lay off several front office staff (AP)AP - The Texas Rangers have cut several staff members from its front office, despite improved results on the field and at the gate.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 16 Jun 2009 | 2:22 pm Scenic Blast seals Ascot winThe King's Stand Stakes is won by Australian speedster Scenic Blast on the opening day of the Royal meeting.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 16 Jun 2009 | 2:18 pm Stallworth, victim's family reach settlement (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 16 Jun 2009 | 2:03 pm Eboue admits he may leave ArsenalEmmanuel Eboue concedes that leaving Arsenal is a possibility because of a lack of regular first-team action.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 16 Jun 2009 | 2:03 pm Madrid to get 2 bank loans to fund spending spreesBig-spending Real Madrid is reportedly set to receive two multimillion euro bank loans to help fund player purchases.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 16 Jun 2009 | 1:53 pm Canadian Frank Dancevic upsets Russian Igor Andreev at EastbourneEASTBOURNE, England - Canadian Frank Dancevic upset Russian top seed Igor Andreev 7-6 (8-6), 6-2 in the first round Tuesday at the Eastbourne Championships. The 24-year-old from...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 16 Jun 2009 | 1:46 pm Ryan Leaf faces Thursday deadline to turn himself in on Texas chargesProsecutors in Texas have set a Thursday morning deadline for former Chargers quarterback Ryan Leaf to turn himself in on drug-related charges.Source: ESPN.com | 16 Jun 2009 | 1:39 pm Jeev leads Asian Tour challenge at US OpenIndia?s Jeev Milkha Singh is battling time as he prepares to lead a strong Asian Tour cast at the US Open this week with the aim of delivering Asia?s first major title. The year?s secondSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 16 Jun 2009 | 1:36 pm NASCAR says Mayfield expert lied in affidavitNASCAR has filed a motion in federal court that says an expert witness for suspended driver Jeremy Mayfield lied about his credentials. The motion was filed Tuesday. It claims Dr. HarveySource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 16 Jun 2009 | 1:35 pm Joe Buck responds to vulgar Artie Lange segmentArtie Lange began his assault in the green room. It was 30 minutes before his segment on Joe Buck Live at the Equitable Center Theater in midtown Manhattan and Lange was searching for victims. First up was Brett Favre. During Buck's opening segment with the retired-for-the-moment quarterback, Lange offered a critique of Favre's comic timing: "Hey, it's Brett Dangerfield," Lange said. When William Bastone, editor of TheSmokingGun.com, appeared on camera for a taped segment, Lange declared, "Now I know what he looks like. Don't ever sleep, Bastone!" Lange laughed hysterically at Yankee pitcher Joba Chamberlain's DUI arrest video and joked with an HBO producer moments before going on the air, "Do you have any blow?"Source: SI.com | 16 Jun 2009 | 1:24 pm Michelle Wie fails to qualify for U.S. Women's OpenROCKVILLE, Md. - Michelle Wie has failed to qualify for the U.S. Women's Open. Wie shot a 74 in the second round of qualifying Monday, and missed by one shot. The 19-year-old from...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 16 Jun 2009 | 1:17 pm Retrospective: Lakers' Era of ExcellenceA look back at the great teams of the franchise's past, from George Mikan to the present.Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 16 Jun 2009 | 1:14 pm Lakers Leave No Doubt, but There Are ConcernsThe Lakers’ supremacy was firmly established with a five-game victory over the Magic. But the N.B.A. champions left Orlando with open questions about their coach and the future makeup of their team.Source: NYT > Sports | 16 Jun 2009 | 1:03 pm Analysis: Catchers May Have Hand in Yanks’ Pitching ProblemsWith Jorge Posada behind the plate, the Yankees’ pitchers have a 6.31 E.R.A. But the combined E.R.A. with Francisco Cervelli, Jose Molina and Kevin Cash catching is two and a half runs better.Source: NYT > Sports | 16 Jun 2009 | 1:01 pm Analysis: Unlikely Players Are Helping Mets Hold Their GroundDespite an abundance of injuries and an unsettling number of embarrassing moments, the Mets are 32-29, two games ahead of where they were at this stage last season.Source: NYT > Sports | 16 Jun 2009 | 1:00 pm Italy 3, United States 1: Rossi Helps Italy Kick U.S. While It’s DownIn a bristly match reminiscent of the 2006 World Cup, the United States took a halftime lead against Italy in the Confederations Cup first-round game but could not hold it.Source: NYT > Sports | 16 Jun 2009 | 12:59 pm Michelle Wie fails to qualify for US Women's Open (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 16 Jun 2009 | 12:58 pm After a Year in Europe, Brandon Jennings Wants to Be Drafted by the KnicksA year ago, Jennings made a point — and about $1.2 million — by choosing to skip college basketball and spend a season playing professionally in Italy before entering the N.B.A. draft.Source: NYT > Sports | 16 Jun 2009 | 12:58 pm Harangody Chooses Irish Over His N.B.A. ProspectsThe Notre Dame star Luke Harangody was projected to be selected late in the first round or early in the second round of the draft.Source: NYT > Sports | 16 Jun 2009 | 12:58 pm Gerrard reveals 2013 retirement plan (AFP)
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News: Sports News | 16 Jun 2009 | 12:45 pm Mirassou Winery Celebrates 'Perfect Pairings' With LPGA SweepstakesWinner to Receive Trip to California for Ultimate Wine and Golf Getaway, Courtesy of the Official Wine of the LPGA HEALDSBURG, Calif., June 16 /PRNewswire/ -- In...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 16 Jun 2009 | 12:41 pm Live text - Kings v LionsThe British and Irish Lions take on the Southern Kings in Port Elizabeth in their last match before the Test series.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 16 Jun 2009 | 12:36 pm University of Kansas Partners With Centerplate for Food and Beverage ServicesSTAMFORD, Conn., June 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Centerplate announced today that it has reached an agreement to provide food and beverage concessions services at the University of...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 16 Jun 2009 | 12:30 pm Tuesday's gossip columnLatest: Man City close in on Santa CruzSource: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 16 Jun 2009 | 12:25 pm Prague out of race to host 2020 Summer Olympics (AP)AP - Prague will not enter the race to host the 2020 Summer Olympics as planned due to the global economic crisis.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 16 Jun 2009 | 12:04 pm Live text - World Twenty20New Zealand need 159 to beat Sri Lanka and secure their place in the World Twenty20 semi-finals.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 16 Jun 2009 | 12:03 pm Prague out of race to host 2020 Summer OlympicsPrague will not enter the race to host the 2020 Summer Olympics as planned due to the global economic crisis. The city council of the Czech capital voted 11-0 Tuesday to cancel...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 16 Jun 2009 | 12:02 pm Michelle Wie fails to qualify for US Women's OpenMichelle Wie has failed to qualify for the U.S. Women's Open, shooting a 74 in the second round Tuesday to miss by one shot. The 19-year-old from Hawaii was competing for 30 spots at...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 16 Jun 2009 | 11:43 am Carvalho keen to make Inter transferChelsea defender Ricardo Carvalho has accused the Blues of neglecting him when he was injured and says he would welcome a move to Inter Milan.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 16 Jun 2009 | 11:37 am Mourinho: Blues must decide on duoInter Milan coach Jose Mourinho remains coy over the possible arrivals of Chelsea pair Deco and Ricardo Carvalho to the San Siro this summer.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 16 Jun 2009 | 11:37 am Torres wants Reds to sign VillaFernando Torres believes Liverpool should do all they can this summer to sign his Spain strike partner David Villa from Valencia.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 16 Jun 2009 | 11:31 am FIA: Financial arms race in F1 without budget cap (AP)AP - Formula One's governing body is sticking to its plans for a budget cap to avoid a "financial arms race," despite threats from key teams to pull out of the sport if the plan is implemented.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 16 Jun 2009 | 11:26 am Four more years left for Gerrard?Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has admitted that he could retire at the end of his current contract, which runs until 2013.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 16 Jun 2009 | 11:26 am Egypt lodge complaint over WebbFifa receives an official complaint from Egypt over referee Howard Webb awarding Brazil a match-winning penalty in their Confederations Cup game.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 16 Jun 2009 | 11:16 am Brussow handed Springboks startLoose forward Heinrich Brussow is named in the South Africa side to face the British and Irish Lions in the first Test in Durban on Saturday.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 16 Jun 2009 | 11:12 am Bayern: Trio are in Ribery raceBayern Munich has claimed Manchester United, Chelsea and Barcelona have joined the race to sign Franck Ribery.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 16 Jun 2009 | 11:08 am FIA: Financial arms race in F1 without budget capFormula One's governing body is sticking to its plans for a budget cap to avoid a "financial arms race," despite threats from key teams to pull out of the sport if the plan is implemented.Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 16 Jun 2009 | 10:58 am Egypt complains to FIFA over referee decisionFIFA has received an official complaint from Egypt related to the decision-making process that gave Brazil a late penalty in its 4-3 win at the Confederations Cup. Egypt defender Ahmed...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 16 Jun 2009 | 10:40 am Ronaldo escapes crash chargeCristiano Ronaldo will face no charges after crashing his Ferrari in a tunnel near Manchester Airport.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 16 Jun 2009 | 10:16 am Italy captain Cannavaro ready to returnItaly captain Fabio Cannavaro trained regularly Tuesday and appears ready to return for the Azzurri's next Confederations Cup match against Egypt.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 16 Jun 2009 | 10:07 am Thomson and Edu fight for fitnessRangers midfielders Kevin Thomson and Maurice Edu face a summer of gym work to recover from knee injuries.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 16 Jun 2009 | 10:02 am Liverpool poised to sign JohnsonLiverpool agree a fee in the region of £17m for Portsmouth defender Glen Johnson, BBC Sport understands.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 16 Jun 2009 | 9:55 am Blues target Pato 'staying put'Alexandre Pato has pledged his future to AC Milan after being linked with a move to join his Carlo Ancelotti at Chelsea.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 16 Jun 2009 | 9:32 am Brazil says narrow win over Egypt a warningBrazil have acknowledged that they need to improve following their narrow win over Egypt at the Confederations Cup.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 16 Jun 2009 | 8:55 am College World Series Roundup: Virginia Stays Alive in Elimination GameVirginia eliminated second-seeded Cal State Fullerton from the College World Series on Monday, beating another ace by chasing Daniel Renken in a 7-5 victory.Source: NYT > Sports | 16 Jun 2009 | 7:36 am Judge rejects sale of Coyotes, move to Canada (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 16 Jun 2009 | 7:29 am Fielder’s Grand Slam Leads Brewers Past IndiansPrince Fielder finished with a career-high six runs batted in for the Brewers, who lead the National League Central but won for just the second time in eight games.Source: NYT > Sports | 16 Jun 2009 | 7:29 am Making the Open Fun (It Doesn’t Mean Easy)Since taking over as the United States Golf Association’s senior director of rules and competitions in 2006, Mike Davis has found a way to keep courses interesting for golfers and fans.Source: NYT > Sports | 16 Jun 2009 | 7:26 am Retiring Pac-10 chief Tom Hansen reflects on 26 years on the jobHe talks about the USC investigation, the controversial Bowl Championship Series he was instrumental in forming, and the future of the Pac-10.In Tom Hansen's 26 years as commissioner, the Pacific 10 Conference has enjoyed unprecedented success -- particularly in the non-revenue Olympic sports. However, it has also endured its share of criticism, notably its lack of national exposure in an ESPN world. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 16 Jun 2009 | 7:00 am Money talks; will any Lakers walk?Lakers could be title threats for years, but with free agency and salary cap, can Buss keep championship team intact? Free agents Lamar Odom, Trevor Ariza are keys. Oh, and Kobe, too.The Lakers will officially close the books on their championship season with Wednesday's victory parade and a few days' worth of individual exit meetings, but one question won't be answered amid all the confetti and congratulations. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 16 Jun 2009 | 7:00 am Dodgers first baseman James Loney is a cool customerHe has a unique personality that provides plenty of stories for teammates to tell but is also the guy they want to see at the plate in a clutch situation.Go around the Dodgers' locker room and ask someone to tell you a story about James Loney. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 16 Jun 2009 | 7:00 am Angels win again but may lose Torii HunterTeam beats Giants for fourth straight victory, but center fielder has to leave game in fourth inning after crashing into the fence while trying to catch Bengie Molina's double. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 16 Jun 2009 | 7:00 am Dodgers first baseman James Loney is a cool customerHe has a unique personality that provides plenty of stories for teammates to tell but is also the guy they want to see at the plate in a clutch situation. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 16 Jun 2009 | 7:00 am Ervin Santana scratched from Tuesday's gamePitcher has discomfort below his right elbow. MRI exam results are pending. The Angels don't think Ervin Santan a's latest elbow setback,...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 16 Jun 2009 | 7:00 am Angels win again but may lose Torii HunterTeam beats Giants for fourth straight victory, but center fielder has to leave game in fourth inning after crashing into the fence while trying to catch Bengie Molina's double.One minute the Angels were basking in the frivolity of a seven-run inning, cracking up as pitcher John Lackey stood on first base and called for the game ball after his first hit in 27 career big league at-bats and high-fiving each other after Erick Aybar and Bobby Abreu hit back-to-back homers. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 16 Jun 2009 | 7:00 am Ervin Santana scratched from Tuesday's gamePitcher has discomfort below his right elbow. MRI exam results are pending.The Angels don't think Ervin Santan a's latest elbow setback, which forced the right-hander to be scratched from tonight's start against the San Francisco Giants, is serious, but it is definitely cause for concern. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 16 Jun 2009 | 7:00 am In U.S. Open history, Payne Stewart remains a capperThe golfer won the 1999 tournament in dramatic style, just months before dying in an air tragedy.Time has a way of always moving on, but never traveling far. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 16 Jun 2009 | 7:00 am Manny Pacquiao versus Miguel Cotto? It's tentative for Nov. 14 in Las VegasPromoter Bob Arum is negotiating terms, including weight -- probably below welterweight -- and purse split. Meanwhile, Shane Mosley says he's the man Pacquiao should be fighting.Manny Pacquiao and Miguel Cotto have each told their promoter they want to fight each other next. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 16 Jun 2009 | 7:00 am Other views on the Lakers championshipChris Broussard of ESPN the Magazine says Phil Jackson is the best NBA coach ever. Honestly, has the NBA -- and...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 16 Jun 2009 | 7:00 am Kobe arrives, but he's always been hereHis fourth NBA title brings the point home: Yes, he's one of the all-time greats.Remember Shaq and Kobe? Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 16 Jun 2009 | 7:00 am Goal: Rules Change May Allow German to Play for U.S.At its recent congress, FIFA, the sport’s world governing body, changed its eligibility rules for senior internationals, allowing greater flexibility for players with dual citizenship.Source: NYT > Sports | 16 Jun 2009 | 6:47 am Virginia eliminates Cal State Fullerton in CWSVirginia eliminated second-seeded Cal State Fullerton from the College World Series, chasing ace Daniel Renken in a 7-5 victory Monday.Source: ESPN.com | 16 Jun 2009 | 6:22 am Fielder's slam leads Brewers past Tribe 14-12Prince Fielder hit a go-ahead grand slam in Milwaukee's six-run eighth inning and the Brewers rallied to beat the Indians 14-12 on Monday night.Source: ESPN.com | 16 Jun 2009 | 5:23 am Raiders sign DE Ellis (AP)AP - The Oakland Raiders signed defensive end Greg Ellis on Monday night, acquiring a veteran presence as they work to upgrade their defense.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 16 Jun 2009 | 5:21 am If Brett Favre's arm works, he'll be backOn HBO's 'Joe Buck Live,' the QB ruminates on a possible return to the Minnesota Vikings. He recently had surgery.In the end, the NFL's man of mystery didn't leave much room at all for guesswork. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 16 Jun 2009 | 4:58 am If Brett Favre's arm works, he'll be backOn HBO's 'Joe Buck Live,' the QB ruminates on a possible return to the Minnesota Vikings. He recently had surgery. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 16 Jun 2009 | 4:58 am Money talks; will any Lakers walk?Lakers could be title threats for years, but with free agency and salary cap, can Buss keep championship team intact? Free agents Lamar Odom, Trevor Ariza are keys. Oh, and Kobe, too. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 16 Jun 2009 | 4:39 am Retiring Pac-10 chief Tom Hansen reflects on 26 years on the jobHe talks about the USC investigation, the controversial Bowl Championship Series he was instrumental in forming, and the future of the Pac-10. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 16 Jun 2009 | 4:30 am Cleveland Browns' Donte' Stallworth to plead guilty, serve time in DUI manslaughter caseAttorneys say Browns wide receiver Donte' Stallworth has agreed to plead guilty to DUI manslaughter charges.Source: ESPN.com | 16 Jun 2009 | 4:02 am Brewers rally past IndiansPrince Fielder hit a go-ahead grand slam in Milwaukee's six-run eighth inning and the Brewers rallied to beat the host Cleveland Indians, 14-12, last night.Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 16 Jun 2009 | 4:00 am Rays' Isringhausen out for the seasonBASEBALL Tampa Bay reliever Jason Isringhausen will miss the rest of the season after tearing a ligament in his surgically repaired right elbow. The righthander was injured while throwing a pitch during...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 16 Jun 2009 | 4:00 am Full circle with this ringLakers coach Phil Jackson passed Celtics patriarch Red Auerbach Sunday night for the most NBA titles with 10. Celtics legend Bill Russell handed the NBA Finals Most Valuable Player trophy named after him...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 16 Jun 2009 | 4:00 am Favre confirms interest in NFL returnNEW YORK (AP) -- Brett Favre says he is considering coming out of retirement for a second time and the only team he has talked to about a return to the NFL is the Minnesota Vikings.Source: SI.com | 16 Jun 2009 | 3:49 am Browns WR Stallworth to plead guilty in Fla. DUIMIAMI (AP) -- Attorneys say Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donte' Stallworth has agreed to plead guilty to DUI manslaughter charges and would serve some jail time for a Miami car crash in which a pedestrian was struck and killed.Source: SI.com | 16 Jun 2009 | 3:48 am LSU hits 3 homers in 9-1 CWS win over Arkansas (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 16 Jun 2009 | 2:53 am Judge rejects sale of Phoenix Coyotes to Jim Balsillie, move to CanadaA bankruptcy judge has rejected the proposed sale of the Coyotes to Canadian billionaire Jim Balsillie, who would have moved the team to Hamilton, Ontario.Source: ESPN.com | 16 Jun 2009 | 2:49 am Denver Broncos quiet on Brandon Marshall trade request reportThe Denver Broncos said they are aware of a radio report that said holdout receiver Brandon Marshall asked team owner Pat Bowlen for a trade during a meeting Friday.Source: ESPN.com | 16 Jun 2009 | 2:46 am Lakers, Magic face tough summer decisionsFree agency waits for no team -- not even the newly crowned Lakers or runner-up Magic. Both finalists are facing some crucial personnel decisions this summer, writes Chris Mannix.Source: SI.com | 16 Jun 2009 | 2:14 am Judge rejects sale of Coyotes, move to CanadaPHOENIX (AP) -- The Coyotes are staying in Phoenix.Source: SI.com | 16 Jun 2009 | 2:12 am Marshall reportedly wants out; Broncos ink LloydDENVER (AP) -- The Broncos have signed free-agent wide receiver Brandon Lloyd on the same day a radio station reported holdout Pro Bowl receiver Brandon Marshall wants to follow Jay Cutler out of Denver.Source: SI.com | 16 Jun 2009 | 1:40 am Nadal might play grass-court exhibition to test kneeTop-ranked Rafael Nadal may play at a grass-court exhibition tournament in England on Friday to prepare for Wimbledon.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 16 Jun 2009 | 12:22 am Dementieva, Petrova move ahead at EastbourneTop-seeded Elena Dementieva defeated Maria Kirilenko 6-2, 6-2 Monday at the Eastbourne Championships.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 16 Jun 2009 | 12:15 am Jodie Meeks of Kentucky Wildcats to remain in NBA draftKentucky junior Jodie Meeks has informed new Kentucky coach John Calipari that he is staying in the NBA draft and forgoing his senior season.Source: ESPN.com | 15 Jun 2009 | 11:36 pm Italy dumps U.S. soccer in Confed CupDown a man, the U.S. took a shock lead, but couldn't hold on as Italy rallied for a 3-1 Confed Cup victory.Source: SI.com | 15 Jun 2009 | 9:52 pm Defending champ Ferrer, Gicquel advance in HollandThird-seeded David Ferrer of Spain began his title defense at the Ordina Open with a 6-2, 7-5 win Monday over wild-card entry Jesse Huta Galung.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 15 Jun 2009 | 9:22 pm Plax's gun trial adjourned till Sept. 23NEW YORK (AP) -- The weapons possession case against former New York Giants wide receiver Plaxico Burress has been adjourned until September.Source: SI.com | 15 Jun 2009 | 8:41 pm Title completes Kobe's leadership curveIan Thomsen evaluates where Kobe Bryant stands in the pantheon of modern greats.Source: SI.com | 15 Jun 2009 | 7:32 pm Plaxico Burress of New York Giants appears in court, gun case adjourned until September 23A hearing in former New York Giants wide receiver Plaxico Burress' gun case in New York has been adjourned until Sept. 23.Source: ESPN.com | 15 Jun 2009 | 7:25 pm What A Racket!Grunting has become a common phenomenon in tennis, and that's not necessarily a bad thing for the sport now, says Jon Wertheim.Source: SI.com | 15 Jun 2009 | 5:37 pm Agent: Hedo Turkoglu of the Orlando Magic to declare for free agencyOrlando Magic sharpshooter Hedo Turkoglu's next shot will be at free agency.Source: ESPN.com | 15 Jun 2009 | 4:26 pm
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