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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2002
HOROSCOPES
Today's Birthday (Sept. 13).
You'll soon get rid of the fluff and the superfluous. There's no room for that in your life. Emerge a leaner, meaner, cleaner fighting machine, for what you now realize counts.
Aries (March 21-April 19). Today is a 7.
Don't spend all day goofing off. Important things have to be done. Make a list,
then check it twice. Both the devil and salvation are in the details.
Taurus (April 20-May 20). Today is a 7. You're naturally good at budgeting. You know it's a balancing act. A bet on a long shot could work out if it's good for your family, too.
Gemini (May 21-June 21). Today is a 7.
You may be in that awkward transitional phase. Not sure you're doing the right thing? Not sure it'll work? Keep your eyes on the prize and let your conscience be your guide.
Cancer (June 22-July 22). Today is a 7. Push for a breakthrough at work so that you get more out of the time you spend. A new gadget or process is all that you need, and it's within easy reach.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22). Today is a 7.
You can find a way around a seemingly insumountable problem. You might get a lucky break or even a miracle. Ignore a pessimist.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Today is a 5.
New information could have you temporarily stymied. You're not the only one. Help them devise a new plan.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct 22). Today is an 8. You're an excellent communicator, negotiator and mediator. There's a strong demand for your skills. Make yourself available for a fair price.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Today is a 7.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21). Today is a 7. Continue to watch and listen. Ask questions and get a lot of opinions about what's really going on. Let the dust settle before deciding what to do.
You're committed to truth and justice. That's just who you are. You can't stand sneaky deals and underhanded maneuvers. If you discover one, blow the whistle.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan.19). Today is a 6. This isn't a good day to travel. You might not get much work done, either. Just race around, settling conflicts and giving orders. Luckily, you're good at that.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20). Today is a 6.
It may seem that others have the situation under control. Don't zone out completely. Your input is still required.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Today is a 7. This ought to be an interesting Friday the 13th. Big changes are under way, as secrets continue to be revealed. No need for you to change, however. Part of your job is to provide stability.
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Royals end home loss streak
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Losses have been piling up so quickly for Kansas City, even the players lost count.
The Associated Press
Neither Mike Sweeney nor Carlos Beltran, who both homered in a 9-6 victory Wednesday night over Chicago, knew they were one defeat away from a home record nine in a row.
"Whether we lose 99 or 100 or 89, it's still going to be a disappointing year for me," said Sweeney, the AL hitting leader who had a three-run homer in the eighth.
"I didn't realize that before the game," Sweeney said. "I said, 'Man when's the last time we won a game?' One of the guys mentioned it was in Seattle. That's tough to swallow."
Brandon Berger also had a two-run homer as the Royals snapped their eight-game losing skid. The victory was the first this month for the Royals and enabled them to avoid a team-record ninth straight home loss.
Beltrian wasn't sure the Royals had lost eight in a row and eight straight at home either.
"I didn't know that," said Beltran. "I know we lost like seven or eight games in a row. I'm glad today we won. We swung the bats well and went out there and won."
Chicago's loss reduced Minnesota's magic number for clinching the AL Central to three.
"Some at-bats I feel really good. Some at-bats, I don't."
Aaron Rowand
Chicago White Sox batter
Chicago's loss reduced Minnesota's number for clinching the AL Central to three.
Mark Buehrle (17-11) gave up six runs and 11 hits in six innings.
He came in with a 5-1 record and 2.51 lifetime ERA against the Royals but failed to become the first White Sox left-hander in 17 years to win 18 games.
Chicago's Aaron Rowand had a career-high four RBIs on a two-run homer off Darrell May (4-9) and a two-run double off Jason Grimsley that made it 6-5 in the eighth.
"Some at-bats I feel really good. Some at-bats, I don't," Rowand said. "I'm starting to hit the ball with authority, which is something I've been doing sporadically this season."
Sweeney connected off Matt Ginter with two out in the bottom of the eighth. He was 1-for-3 and stayed at .341 — four points ahead of Boston's Manny Ramirez.
May went six-plus innings for his first win as a starter in three months.
Omboga is finding success partly because opponents are keying on Gage, who accounted for nearly half of the Tigers' receiving yards in 2001.
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"Thomson is a very good athlete," Pinkel said. "I think what he's done is become a better receiver. He's become a better technician."
Andy Hill
"I've never met a good receiver that didn't want the ball."
CONTEST
Quarterfinals of the NCAA tournament
Win the NCAA tournament
Sophomore Thomson Omboga, seldom used in 2001, already has 10 catches for a team-high 158 receiving yards. He is second only to All-Big 12 teammate Gage in receptions (Gage has 12) and is fifth in the Big 12 in receiving yards and receptions as the Tigers (2-0) prepare for a rematch at Bowling Green (1-0) tomorrow. The Falcons beat Missouri 20-13 last season in the Missouri debut for coach Gary Pinkel.
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Missouri's options range widely
The Associated Press
COLUMBIA, Mo. — Justin Gage isn't Missouri's only receiving option this year.
"That confidence, you can see it in every step he takes," receiver Marcus James said. "He walks around with his head high because he earns it. I don't blame him for being confident."
Wide receivers coach Andy Hill said the swagger makes Omboga's game stronger.
"I've never met a good receiver that didn't want the ball." Hill said.
team, I think it's funny that they're giving away thousands of dollars this Saturday at the game, but the people who are at work trying to support themselves aren't eligible for the prizes. Oh well, we have the radio. Go team.
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"Gage gets double-teamed a lot, and Brad's been pretty good at picking that up for a young quarterback," Pinkel said. Omboga's confidence is growing along with his numbers.
This week The University Daily Kansan invites its readers to take on Big 12 football reporter Doyle Murphy to pick the winners of 11 college football games. Anyone who defeats Murphy will be put in a drawing from which five participants will be chosen for weekly prizes including a T-shirt and gift certificate. The winners will also be included in the next week's picks in the Kansan. All entries will be included in the grandprize drawing at the end of the season.
I can't believe that it took so long for everyone to figure out that NBA players are selfish and pro basketball sucks.
team, I think it's funny that they're giving away thousands of dollars this Saturday at the game, but the people who are at work trying to support themselves aren't eligible for the prizes. Oh well, we have the radio. Go team.
Go, Jayhawks. And take the Wildcats with ya.
team, I think it's funny that they're giving away thousands of dollars this Saturday at the game, but the people who are at work trying to support themselves aren't eligible for the prizes. Oh well, we have the radio. Go team.
This is the Mizzou hater, and to the person who alluded to my comments being unjustified because of Mizzou's win, I thought I would let you know that winning doesn't negate sucking. The conclusion: Mizzou sucks forever.
team, I think it's funny that they're giving away thousands of dollars this Saturday at the game, but the people who are at work trying to support themselves aren't eligible for the prizes. Oh well, we have the radio. Go team.
I can't decide if I should go to a KU football game or take a poop.
Hey, I just wanna tell the booze hounds: please do not be C.B. McGrath this weekend. Thanks. Later.
I would like to say that John Madden is fat and old, and I would like Dennis Miller back on NFL. What the hell? Yeah.
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Oh yeah, and to the person who said K-State sucks just as bad as much as Mizzou, you are wrong. Yes, K-State sucks, but Mizzou is the epitomy of suck.
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We were just calling to talk about the article about Drew Gooden going to the Las Vegas game to see the KU football team play. We thought it was kind of funny because actually Drew didn't go to watch the game, he went to watch his girlfriend cheer. So that tells you pretty much how bad our football team is. Thanks.
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What is the big deal about Kirk Hinrich? Why does everyone keep talking about him? Nick Collison is the one that is hot, Yup, Nick, you are hot.
Two charges dropped for 76er Iverson
The Associated Press
PHILADELPHIA — The last two counts against NBA All-Star Allen Iverson will be dropped because his accusers don't want to pursue the case, District Attorney Lynne Abraham said yesterday.
Iverson originally was charged with 14 counts, including four felonies, for allegedly barging into an apartment with a gun and threatening two men while looking for his wife.
All but two misdemeanors were dismissed by a judge July 29, after the two accusers, Charles Jones and Hakim Carey, gave conflicting testimony, including whether the Philadelphia 76ers' guard was carrying a gun.
Abrham said her office could have compelled Jones and Carey to testify.
Iverson's uncle, Gregory, faced the same charges and also will not be prosecuted.
"We are gratified by today's decision to drop all remaining charges against Allen Iverson," the 76ers said in a statement. "From the beginning, we urged our fans, the press and the public not to immediately react, but to allow the matter to be processed by the judicial system."
It was not Iverson's first brush with the law.
As a teenager, he was arrested in Virginia in 1993 after a brawl in a bowling alley brawl and spent four months in jail before he was granted clemency by the governor. The conviction was later overturned.
In 1997, Iverson pleaded no contest to gun possession.
He has squabbled several times with 76ers coach Larry Brown and made an unreleased rap CD in which he used derogatory terms for women and gays.
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