Former Yankees manager Joe Torre wants focus on child abuse

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A government commission co-led by former New York Yankees manager Joe Torre said on Wednesday that the U.S. federal and local governments are not doing enough to identify and treat child victims of abuse and violence.At a meeting with representatives from major federal departments, the commission of academics, law enforcement officials and others, issued 56 recommendations...

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Korean closer Lim heading to Chicago Cubs

(Reuters) - South Korean closer Lim Chang-yong is set to sign a deal with Major League Baseball's Chicago Cubs, though the sidearm pitcher is unlikely to be able to take the mound again until late next season.The 36-year-old righthander, who had elbow surgery earlier this year, told reporters at Incheon Airport on Thursday he had long dreamed of signing for a major league team.Lim tallied 296 saves...

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Braves swap starter Hanson for Angels reliever Walden

(Reuters) - The Atlanta Braves borrowed from their starting rotation to boost their bullpen by trading Tommy Hanson to the Los Angeles Angels for hard-throwing reliever Jordan Walden, the Major League Baseball teams said on Friday.Both young pitchers have shown glimmers of greatness but slipped back last season.Hanson, 26, who broke into the majors midway through the 2009 season and went 11-4 with...

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Reds land Korean Choo in trade with Indians, D-Backs

(Reuters) - The Cincinnati Reds acquired South Korean outfielder Choo Shin-soo from the Cleveland Indians on Tuesday in a three-team trade that involved nine players.The 30-year-old Choo, entering the final year of his contract, declined to sign an extension with the Indians and will now give the Reds a potential lead-off hitter who batted .283 with 16 home runs last season."He fills the one big...

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Former Yankees manager Joe Torre wants focus on child abuse

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A government commission co-led by former New York Yankees manager Joe Torre said on Wednesday that the U.S. federal and local governments are not doing enough to identify and treat child victims of abuse and violence.At a meeting with representatives from major federal departments, the commission of academics, law enforcement officials and others, issued 56 recommendations...

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Korean closer Lim heading to Chicago Cubs

(Reuters) - South Korean closer Lim Chang-yong is set to sign a deal with Major League Baseball's Chicago Cubs, though the sidearm pitcher is unlikely to be able to take the mound again until late next season.The 36-year-old righthander, who had elbow surgery earlier this year, told reporters at Incheon Airport on Thursday he had long dreamed of signing for a major league team.Lim tallied 296 saves...

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AP sources: Reid won't be back as Eagles' coach

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Andy Reid's time is up as coach of the Philadelphia Eagles.Reid is out after 14 years in charge, three people familiar with the decision told The Associated Press following Sunday's 42-7 season-ending loss to the New York Giants.Reid is scheduled to meet with owner Jeffrey Lurie on Monday to discuss his future and an official announcement will come afterward, according...

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Jets fire GM Tannenbaum, Ryan stays

The New York Jets have fired general manager Mike Tannenbaum and say coach Rex Ryan will be back next season.The Jets finished 6-10 and were in constant turmoil from the moment they acquired Tim Tebow in a trade before the season.Jets owner Woody Johnson said in a statement Monday that "like all Jets fans, I am disappointed with this year's results."Tannenbaum, who signed off on Tebow trade, has two...

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AP Source: Browns fire coach, GM

 The Browns are changing again.A person familiar with the decision says the Cleveland Browns have fired coach Pat Shurmur and general manager Tom Heckert.Shurmur and Heckert were informed Monday at the team's facility, said the person who spoke on condition of anonymity because the team has not yet announced the moves. The expected dismissals come one day after the Browns lost their finale 24-10...

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NFL-Shurmur is first coaching head to roll on Black Monday

Pat Shurmur became the first coaching casualty on what has become known around the National Football League as Black Monday when he was sacked by the Cleveland Browns just hours after the regular season had concluded.The 5-11 Browns, who closed out the season on Sunday with a 24-10 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, were among the first teams to begin house cleaning by announcing Shurmur and general...

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Reid among 4 NFL coaches sacked in firing frenzy

Less than 24 hours after the regular season ended, NFL firings began at a furious pace.In a span of about 90 minutes before lunch Monday, coaches Andy Reid, Pat Shurmur, Romeo Crennel and Chan Gailey were let go by their teams after losing seasons. None of the moves were surprising, and more are expected.The Jets decided to keep their coach, Rex Ryan, but fired general manager Mike Tannenbaum.The...

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Colts, Bengals make playoffs with wins

One year after putting together the NFL's worst record, the Indianapolis Colts are headed to the playoffs.Joining them on Sunday were the Cincinnati Bengals, finishing out the field in the AFC.The Colts (10-5) equaled the 2008 Miami Dolphins as the only teams to win at least 10 games after losing 14 or more the previous season. Top overall draft pick Andrew Luck completed a 7-yard touchdown pass to...

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UPDATE 2-NFL-National Football League playoff picture

Dec 23 (Reuters) - The National Football League playoff picture with one week remaining in the regular season:Already qualified: (10) Atlanta Falcons (NFC South*) New England Patriots (AFC East*) Denver Broncos (AFC West*) Houston Texans (AFC South*) Baltimore Ravens (AFC North*) Cincinnati Bengals (AFC North) Indianapolis Colts (AFC South) Green Bay Packers (NFC North*) San Francisco 49ers (NFC West)...

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NFL standings

Dec 24 (Infostrada Sports) - Standings from the NFL on SundayAMERICAN FOOTBALL CONFERENCEAFC EASTW L T OTL PF PA PCT1. New England 11 4 0 0 529 331 .7332. Miami 7 8 0 2 288 289 .4673. NY Jets 6 9 0 1 272 347 .4004. Buffalo 5 10 0 0 316 426 .333AFC NORTHW L T OTL PF PA PCT1. Baltimore 10 5 0 1 381 321 .6672. Cincinnati 9 6 0 0 368 303 .6003. Pittsburgh 7 8 0 1 312 304 .4674. Cleveland 5 10 0 1 292...

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UPDATE 2-NFL-Bengals and Colts claim playoff berths

* Colts complete turnaround season as AFC playoff list set* Ravens claim AFC North title, top-seed not yet decided* Seahawks crush 49ers to make postseason (Adds Seahawks' win in paras 6-7)Dec 23 (Reuters) - The Cincinnati Bengals edged the Pittsburgh Steelers to reach the NFL playoffs, and the Indianapolis Colts joined the postseason party by capping their remarkable turnaround in pressure-packed...

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UPDATE 1-NFL-Surging Seahawks hammer 49ers, take title race to wire

(Adds quotes, details)* Wilson throws four touchdown passes* 49ers suffer injuries to Davis, ManninghamDec 23 (Reuters) - The Seattle Seahawks ensured the NFC West title race will go down to the final week with a playoff-clinching 42-13 home rout of the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday.The Seahawks dominated the 49ers from the start in rainy Seattle to remain unbeaten at home and move within half a game...

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Beer Prices at NBA Arenas Still Outrageous Says SaveOnBrew.com

SaveOnBrew.Com, the worlds only beer price-search engine, gathered information on beer prices at every NBA arena. The results are painful, yet predictable.Houston, TX (PRWEB) December 19, 2012SaveOnBrew.Com has released their 2012 - 2013 beer price findings for all 30 NBA arenas and summarized them in an infographic.Overall, the cost of enjoying one of America's best-loved adult beverages edged upward...

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NBA: Road-riding LeBron waging "vendetta" against himself

MIAMI (Reuters) - LeBron James says he is engaged in a "vendetta" against himself as he pushes himself to reach his physical peak and win a second straight NBA championship with the Miami Heat.On Tuesday, James, last season's Most Valuable Player, who spent his off-season playing in the London Olympics, was on court against the Minnesota Timberwolves for 42 minutes."He wasn't even breathing heavy,"...

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Lin's return is highest-rated Knicks game on MSG

NEW YORK (AP) -- Jeremy Lin is still must-see TV in New York.Lin's first trip back to New York since signing with the Houston Rockets resulted in MSG Network's highest-rated Knicks game of the season, according to the network.The Rockets' 109-96 victory Monday drew a 4.77 rating, MSG said Tuesday. That's well above the 3.41 average rating for the first 18 games of the season.Lin had 22 points and...

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Isiah Thomas to join NBA TV as studio analyst

ATLANTA (AP) -- Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas will join NBA TV as a studio analyst.Thomas will debut Friday and make several appearances a month. He'll also be a regular contributor to NBA.com.The 12-time All-Star point guard led the Detroit Pistons to two NBA titles. But he's more recently remembered for his stint running the New York Knicks, who failed to win a playoff game with Thomas as coach or...

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