Victoria Azarenka's win streak ends at 26 matches - San Francisco Chronicle

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Victoria Azarenka's win streak ends at 26 matches San Francisco Chronicle Top-ranked Victoria Azarenka lost for the first time this year when she was beaten by Marion Bartoli 6-3, 6-3 in Wednesday night's quarterfinals at the Sony Ericsson Open in Key Biscayne, Fla. Azarenka had won 26 consecutive matches, a streak that ... Victoria Azarenka loses match for first time this yearLos Angeles Times Weary Venus Williams loses at Key BiscayneSI.com Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray advance, Venus Williams and Victoria Azarenka ...MiamiHerald.com STLtoday.com -New York Times -Bloomberg all 475 news articles »

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Floundering Dodgers get just what they need: a dose of Magic - CNN

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Floundering Dodgers get just what they need: a dose of Magic CNN AP LOS ANGELES -- The second-best trade in the history of the Dodgers was made on July 18, 1939, when they acquired shortstop Pee Wee Reese from the Red Sox for $35000 and four players to be named later, most notably pitcher Red Evans. Frank McCourt could make $1 billion in cash deal for DodgersLos Angeles Times Magic Johnson group to buy Dodgers for record $2BCincinnati.com Record Dodger buy illustrates TV value: New owners counting on big rights dealChicago Tribune New York Post -SI.com -National Football Post all 2,630 news articles »

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Frank McCourt could make $1 billion in cash deal for Dodgers - Los Angeles Times

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Frank McCourt could make $1 billion in cash deal for Dodgers Los Angeles Times A group led by Magic Johnson is expected to pay $2.15 billion for the Dodgers, a record for a pro sports team. The cash deal could mean Frank McCourt gets a $1 billion payoff. Frank McCourt stands to make a substantial profit on the Dodgers after ... Dodgers get fresh start with MagicSI.com Johnson hopes to lend his magic to DodgersThe Seattle Times Dodgers dream team headed by quiet money guyChicago Tribune Tbo.com -BusinessWeek all 2,561 news articles »

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Dodgers dream team headed by quiet money guy - Chicago Tribune

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Dodgers dream team headed by quiet money guy Chicago Tribune (Reuters) - He didn't go to a Major League Baseball game until he was 20, yet at age 51, Mark Walter is leading the group buying the Los Angeles Dodgers for a record $2.1 billion. Walter, CEO of financial services firm Guggenheim Capital LLC, ... This deal starts a Dodgers winning streakLos Angeles Times $2 billion deal to buy Dodgers puts Magic at the pointFort Worth Star Telegram It's a Magic, as in Johnson, day for Dodgers fansBoston.com CNN -Austin American-Statesman all 2,554 news articles »

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Dodgers players excited to have Magic as an owner - Los Angeles Times

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Dodgers players excited to have Magic as an owner Los Angeles Times Matt Kemp says he hopes the new boss can make the Dodgers the top team in LA again. And he's eager to talk to Magic about business. 'He's found ways to make a lot of money,' Kemp says. Dodgers center fielder Matt Kemp hopes to solicit some business ... Dodgers get fresh start with MagicCNN Magic Johnson group to buy Dodgers for record $2 billionReuters It's a Magic, as in Johnson, day for Dodgers fansBoston.com MLB.com -Atlanta Journal Constitution all 2,528 news articles »

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Disgruntled Dodger fans see sun shining through McCourt cloud - Los Angeles Times

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Disgruntled Dodger fans see sun shining through McCourt cloud Los Angeles Times Fans don their Dodger gear, call one another and head toward the ticket windows at Dodger Stadium. All agree: new co-owner Magic Johnson will make a difference. A man walks by a mural outside Dodger Stadium. Several fans who had given up their season ... Situation is looking up for Dodgers and fansMLB.com Johnson signs on to lend his magic to DodgersAtlanta Journal Constitution Magic Johnson making fans smile as highest-profile member of Dodgers' new ...Washington Post STLtoday.com -New York Daily News all 2,405 news articles »

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Behind Dodgers Deal: TV Riches - Wall Street Journal

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Behind Dodgers Deal: TV Riches Wall Street Journal By MATTHEW FUTTERMAN The record-setting $2.15 billion sale of the Los Angeles Dodgers to a group led by former basketball star Earvin "Magic" Johnson and financier Mark Walter dropped the jaws of even the most bullish sports-industry veterans. Johnson Signs on to Lend His Magic to DodgersABC News Dodgers' sales price is eye opener to NFL ownersLos Angeles Times McCourt 'thumbed MLB in the eye' says sourceNew York Daily News SportingNews.com all 2,315 news articles »

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LA celebrates Magic Johnson and new Dodgers owners - Los Angeles Times

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LA celebrates Magic Johnson and new Dodgers owners Los Angeles Times At dawn, Jeff Lynn sat cradling a cup of coffee at Philippe the Original, a downtown restaurant drenched in dusky light and Los Angeles memories. He considered the changes afoot less than a mile away at Dodger Stadium, hallowed ground for generations ... Dodgers alumni praise new ownershipMLB.com Dodgers staff, fans on Magic Johnson as owner (2:14)Washington Post Dodgers fans say it's a Magic day in LA after hearing Lakers star Johnson is ...Minneapolis Star Tribune Atlanta Journal Constitution all 2,203 news articles »

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Nike Sues Reebok Over Tebow Shirts - Wall Street Journal

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Nike Sues Reebok Over Tebow Shirts Wall Street Journal By CHAD BRAY And MIGUEL BUSTILLO Nike Inc. doesn't take over as the NFL's official jersey seller until next week, but it is already trying to protect its share of the expected gold mine that is Tim Tebow in a New York uniform. Nike sues Reebok over Tebow apparelFOXSports.com The Jets Perpetuate Tebow Side Show: A Fan's ViewYahoo! Sports Nike sues Reebok in NYC over Tebow apparel By The Associated Press • Wednesday ...Laramie Boomerang CBSSports.com (blog) -ESPN -Washington Post all 979 news articles »

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New Dodgers structure takes shape with Magic Johnson, Kasten - USA TODAY

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New Dodgers structure takes shape with Magic Johnson, Kasten USA TODAY By Bob Nightengale, USA TODAY PHOENIX â€" The Los Angeles Dodgers, disgraced by bankruptcy and a tarnished reputation, magically restored their credibility Wednesday with new ownership. By Seth Wenig, AP Magic Johnson, who is part of the new Dodgers ... MLB expected to approve Dodgers saleLos Angeles Times Tim Kawakami: Magic and money don't guarantee Dodgers revivalSan Jose Mercury News 'Winning is essential' to new Dodgers ownersMLB.com CBSSports.com -San Francisco Chronicle all 1,876 news articles »

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Pennington On Tebow - ESPN

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Pennington On Tebow ESPN PALM BEACH, Fla. -- Pete Carroll knows Mark Sanchez, and he knows the New York market. He called the Sanchez-Tim Tebow dynamic a "very cool thing," but Carroll said it won't be a walk in Central Park for his former quarterback -- or the New York Jets' ... Tim Tebow merchandise prompts Nike to sue ReebokWashington Post Tebow: Nike vs ReebokThe Guardian Tim Tebow has spent offseason with quarterbacks coach, aiming to be more ...The Star-Ledger - NJ.com NFL News -Kansas City Star -FOXSports.com all 913 news articles »

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Dodgers ecstatic about Magic Johnson: 'It's tight, man' - USA TODAY

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Dodgers ecstatic about Magic Johnson: 'It's tight, man' USA TODAY By Bob Nightengale, USA TODAY GLENDALE, Ariz. -- Laughter filled the air in the Los Angeles Dodgers' clubhouse. Players shook hands and high-fived. They talked about their favorite memories with their prospective new owner. Magic Johnson, one of the ... Smile, it's Magic! What could go wrong? Well . . .Los Angeles Times Floundering Dodgers get just what they need: a dose of MagicSI.com Dodgers deal sets record for highest sum paid for a sports franchiseWashington Post ABC News -SportingNews.com -Chicago Tribune all 1,768 news articles »

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Athletes as owners? The results aren't always Magic - USA TODAY

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Athletes as owners? The results aren't always Magic USA TODAY By Seth Livingstone, USA TODAY LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. â€" Magic Johnson alone can't guarantee the Dodgers a World Series banner, but Atlanta Braves president John Schuerholz, who knows a little something about winning teams, says "the Dodgers franchise ... Magic Johnson or Michael Jordan? Dodgers won't sayLos Angeles Times Magic: 'I Will Be Heavily Involved'ESPN Los Angeles Dodgers previewSportingNews.com MLive.com -Chicago Tribune -Fairfield Ledger all 1,711 news articles »

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Thirteen Dodgers questions for the morning after Magic Johnson - Los Angeles Times

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Thirteen Dodgers questions for the morning after Magic Johnson Los Angeles Times By Steve Dilbeck Is there such a thing as a nonalcoholic hangover? When you wake up and think, did that really happen last night? Oh, yes, it absolutely did. Magic Johnson's group did buy the Dodgers. And if you feel like Snoopy with your little happy ... Los Angeles Dodgers previewSportingNews.com Magic Johnson to Baseball Tonight: Ex-Michigan State star will be 'heavily ...MLive.com Your Morning Phil: Magic, Ventura, Father TimeChicago Tribune Los Angeles Dodgers -Yahoo! Sports -FOXSports.com all 1,679 news articles »

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Pete Carroll says Dodgers sale will make NFL owners take notice - Los Angeles Times

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Pete Carroll says Dodgers sale will make NFL owners take notice Los Angeles Times By Sam Farmer Former USC football Coach Pete Carroll said he expects NFL owners to sit up and take notice of the sale of the Dodgers for $2 billion, noting that it should tell them something about the value of the Los Angeles market. Your Morning Phil: Magic, Robin, Father TimeChicago Tribune Dodgers sale features many winners and no losersSportingNews.com Magic Johnson's group gives Dodgers dignity and hope after Frank McCourt ...Yahoo! Sports FOXSports.com -SB Nation -The Detroit News all 1,630 news articles »

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Ackley, Suzuki lead Mariners to 3-1 win in Tokyo - SI.com

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Ackley, Suzuki lead Mariners to 3-1 win in Tokyo SI.com TOKYO (AP) -- Ichiro Suzuki had four hits in his return to Japan, Dustin Ackley homered and then singled in the go-ahead run in the 11th inning, and the Seattle Mariners beat the Oakland Athletics 3-1 Wednesday night in baseball's season-opener. Dustin Ackley singles home go-ahead run as Seattle Mariners win MLB opener ...New York Daily News Mariners top A's in season opener from JapanChicago Tribune Ichiro inspires Mariners to win over A's in TokyoReuters all 1,420 news articles »

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Magic Johnson and investors become new owners of LA Dodgers - Los Angeles Times

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Magic Johnson and investors become new owners of LA Dodgers Los Angeles Times Magic Johnson was the talk of the town Wednesday after it was announced the former Lakers superstar and a group of investors will be the new owners of the Dodgers after paying a record $2 billion. The Lakers legend joined longtime baseball executive ... Dodgers media rights expected to pay down debtCBS News Magic Johnson group to buy beleaguered Dodgers for record $2BSalt Lake Tribune What the Magic Johnson Era means for Dodgers, MLBUSA TODAY ESPN -CBC.ca -Philadelphia Inquirer all 1,565 news articles »

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Mariners starter Felix Hernandez pitches three shutout innings against the ... - USA TODAY

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Mariners starter Felix Hernandez pitches three shutout innings against the ... USA TODAY Mariners outfielder Ichiro Suzuki gets the first hit of the major league season off Athletics starter Brandon McCarthy with a single in the first inning. Ground staff prepares for the opener between the Athletics and the Mariners at Tokyo Dome. A's lose opener in extra innings to Mariners in TokyoSan Jose Mercury News Mariners win opener in JapanThe Seattle Times Ackley, Suzuki lead Mariners to 3-1 win in TokyoAtlanta Journal Constitution all 1,060 news articles »

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Dodgers start new era with Magic Johnson led-group - USA TODAY

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Dodgers start new era with Magic Johnson led-group USA TODAY By Bob Nightengale, USA TODAY The Los Angeles Dodgers, bedridden with a long, interminable disease, leaped out of their hospital bed Monday night, and are doing cartwheels out the front door today. The Dodgers finally are on the verge of a new owner. Dodgers reach $2B agreement with group led by Magic JohnsonSI.com Los Angeles Dodgers to be Bought for Record $2B by Magic Johnson GroupFox News Magic Johnson group to buy Dodgers for record $2BMLive.com Chicago Tribune all 1,318 news articles »

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Magic Johnson-led group is picked as Dodgers' next owner - Chicago Tribune

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Magic Johnson-led group is picked as Dodgers' next owner Chicago Tribune A group led by Lakers legend Magic Johnson emerged Tuesday night as the new owners of the Dodgers, ending months of uncertainty for the storied but troubled baseball franchise. Johnson, who guided the Lakers to five NBA championships during the ... Group that includes Magic Johnson and Stan Kasten agrees to buy Dodgers for ...Minneapolis Star Tribune Kroenke loses to Magic's group in bid to buy DodgersSTLtoday.com Notebook: Dodgers sold for $2 billionBoston Globe ABC News all 1,243 news articles »

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Magic Johnson part of group purchasing LA Dodgers for $2B - NBA.com

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Magic Johnson part of group purchasing LA Dodgers for $2B NBA.com A group that includes former Lakers star Magic Johnson and longtime baseball executive Stan Kasten agreed Tuesday night to buy the Dodgers from Frank McCourt for a record $2 billion. The price would shatter the mark for a sports franchise. Magic Johnson group to buy Dodgers for record $2BIndianapolis Star Dodgers sold for $2 billionBoston.com UPDATE 4-Magic Johnson group to buy Dodgers for record $2 billionChicago Tribune FOXSports.com all 1,186 news articles »

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Dodgers sold for $2 billion - Boston.com

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Dodgers sold for $2 billion Boston.com AP / March 28, 2012 Dodgers owner Frank McCourt announced an agreement Tuesday night to sell the bankrupt team for $2 billion to a group that includes former Lakers star Magic Johnson and former Braves and Nationals president Stan Kasten. UPDATE 4-Magic Johnson group to buy Dodgers for record $2 billionChicago Tribune Magic Johnson group to buy Dodgers for record $2 billionThe Guardian Magic Johnson group to buy Dodgers for record $2BWall Street Journal USA TODAY -FOXSports.com all 1,167 news articles »

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Four No. 1 seeds advance to women's Final Four - Boston.com

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Four No. 1 seeds advance to women's Final Four Boston.com By Doug Feinberg AP Basketball Writer / March 28, 2012 Still, it won't be easy for the Lady Bears to become the seventh women's team to go undefeated. They'll have to get past two other No. 1 seeds at the Final Four in Denver -- Stanford and either ... UConn will face Notre Dame in Final FourPhiladelphia Inquirer UConn secures Final Four spotBoston Globe Jeff Jacobs: Tiffany Hayes carries UConn womenBellingham Herald ESPN -TheDay.com -Boston Herald all 631 news articles »

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Magic Johnson group to buy Los Angeles Dodgers - CNN

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Magic Johnson group to buy Los Angeles Dodgers CNN By Lateef Mungin, CNN Former Los Angeles Lakers star Earvin "Magic" Johnson is part of a group that has agreed to buy the Los Angeles Dodgers. Read more about this story from CNN affiliate KTLA. (CNN) -- A group that includes former basketball star ... FOXSports.com's Jon Paul Morosi on what Magic Johnson will bring to the DodgersFOXSports.com Dodgers excited about new ownershipLos Angeles Times Jose Canseco tweets services to Magic JohnsonUSA TODAY San Francisco Chronicle -msnbc.com -ABC News all 954 news articles »

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