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Robert Murray / FanSided:
Francisco Liriano announces retirement after two-decade career in MLB — After a Major League career that spanned over twenty years with seven ballclubs and included an All-Star appearance and World Series ring, Francisco Liriano is hanging up his glove. — Free-agent pitcher Francisco Liriano …
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Jake Crouse / MLB.com:
After 14 seasons, Liriano hangs up spikes — After a 14-year MLB career spent mostly with the Twins and Pirates and two decades in professional baseball, left-hander Francisco Liriano has decided to step away from the sport. — Liriano's retirement was first reported by Robert Murray of FanSided …
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Dan Wiederer / Chicago Tribune:
The Chicago Bears will interview Leslie Frazier for their head coaching vacancy. Here's what to know about the Buffalo Bills defensive coordinator. — The Chicago Bears have reached out to at least 13 general manager and 10 coaching candidates for interviews.
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Associated Press:
Cincinnati Bengals win their 1st playoff game in 31 years, holding off a last-minute Las Vegas Raiders drive for a 26-19 victory — CINCINNATI — Joe Burrow led an efficient offense that scored on six drives, including his two touchdown passes, and rookie Evan McPherson made four field goals …
Dennis Young / New York Daily News:
49ers outlast Cowboys in farce no one deserved to win — Jimmy Garoppolo and Kyle Shanahan tried to gift the Cowboys a playoff win at least three times on Sunday night, with the game ending on the Cowboys flamboyantly rejecting the final attempt. — With 14 seconds left and no timeouts remaining …
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The Athletic:
Sources: Lakers coach Frank Vogel's job in serious jeopardy despite Jazz win — LeBron James made good on his promise that the Lakers would be better. Magic Johnson got his wish that his old team would play harder. And with a 101-95 win over the Utah Jazz, the Lakers answered …
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Sun-Sentinel:
NFL player Malik McDowell arrested in South Florida on charges of public exposure and beating a deputy — DEERFIELD BEACH — Malik McDowell, a defensive tackle for the Cleveland Browns, has been arrested on charges of public exposure and beating a deputy in a “violent attack” that left the officer …
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University of Missouri Athletics:
Mizzou Mourns the Passing of Pitching Coach Brian DeLunas — COLUMBIA, Mo. - University of Missouri baseball pitching coach Brian DeLunas passed away on the evening of Jan. 16, 2022, after an extended battle with kidney disease. He was 46 years old. — “Words cannot describe how heartbroken …
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Ben Badler / Baseball America:
MLB International Prospects Signing Agreement Tracker For 2022 — Major League Baseball's international signing period opens on Saturday, Jan. 15 for the 2021-22 class. — Below we have the signing agreements for all 30 clubs, with more to come throughout the day.
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Jesse Sanchez / MLB.com:
No. 7 int'l prospect leads Dodgers' signings
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Pat Ragazzo / Sports Illustrated:
Why The Mets Made A Mistake By Letting Javier Báez Walk In Free Agency — Find out why the Mets made a mistake by not retaining Javier Báez. — It's not just about the cost acquisition of giving up 2020 first-round draft pick Pete Crow-Armstrong in order to land Javier Báez before last season's trade deadline.
Jim Salisbury / NBCSports.com:
Phillies sign international prospects from Germany, Australia … Add a couple of more names to the list of prospects the Phillies signed as the international market for players who have turned 16 swung open on Saturday. — The Phils landed Lou Helmig, an 18-year-old outfielder from Germany …
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Greg Rajan / Houston Chronicle:
Astros' Dusty Baker discusses Black representation in baseball on MLB Network special — The Astros' troubles following their sign-stealing scandal provided the opportunity for Dusty Baker in getting back into the exclusive fraternity of major league managers.
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