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MLB labor in background to WS, seems to be progressing

Posted on October 28, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Unlike the NBA which sat on its hands for a long period of time without any tangible progress, it seems that MLB is making progress as it goes forward towards a resolution. Some reports seem to feel that the draft … finish reading MLB labor in background to WS, seems to be progressing

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Colts have out clause in Manning contract; will they exercise it?

Posted on September 9, 2011 by Roy Kessel

While Peyton Manning is due to earn over $26 million this season, the financial question for the Colts is how to play their contractual cards with respect to his future with the franchise. It is hard to imagine the Colts … finish reading Colts have out clause in Manning contract; will they exercise it?

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Iowa Hawkeyes looking into free cars

Posted on June 22, 2011 by Mauri Miller

According to information realsed by University of Iowa representatives, at least 57 coaches, assistant coaches, spouses and athletics department employees ranging from fundraisers to the travel coordinator drive vehicles donated by car dealers. Currently the school is lacking information on … finish reading Iowa Hawkeyes looking into free cars

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Charlie Batch fares well in bankruptcy court

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Despite previous reports, The Pittsburg Post-Gazzette reports that Charlie Batch came out of bankruptcy court with most of his assets. Batch listed $2.3 million in assets and $8.3 million in debts. Under Chapter 7 bankruptcy, Batch is able to keep … finish reading Charlie Batch fares well in bankruptcy court

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College Football coaching changes

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The last wave of coaching movement winds down: Boise State–Chris Petersen gets bonus and raise to $1.52 million in 2011 and escalate to $1.87 million in 2015 Florida State–Jimbo Fisher gets 5 year $13.75 million contract; Georgia–hire Kirk Ollivadotti from … finish reading College Football coaching changes

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Asomagha contract voided

Posted on January 9, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Nnandi Asomagha had his contract voided after failed to earn some incentives that are classified as “not likely to be earned.”   Under NFL CBA terminology, that means that the incentives were something higher than he had achieved in the prior … finish reading Asomagha contract voided

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Over $10,000 per foot

Posted on January 4, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Pretty steep price.  But that is what Ronnie Brown lost by missing a $500,000 bonus by only 16 yards. Some teams pay their players anyway when they get close to a bonus amount but there has been no word about … finish reading Over $10,000 per foot

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