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America's Dominant Show Makes Front Page News

Will Wednesday be remembered as the turning point for the Vancouver Games? Team USA has an unbelievably successful day with its top stars delivering six medals, and the memorable performances provide great theater and boffo numbers for NBC. And to top it off, the tide may be turning for VANOC, as the consensus is that the execution and organization of the Games is improving. Meanwhile, Shaun White could become the face of the Games, as his latest Gold Medal proves the world is his oyster. But Lindsey Vonn's win adorns most of today's front-pages, and you get the feeling that this story is not fully written, as her rivalry with Julia Mancuso remains something to watch. All of this offers unparalleled commercial exposure for the winter sports, and it is hard to think the USOC and its NGBs could have written a better script as they look to build sustainable and visible platforms going into non-Olympic years.

Look Who's Talking 
Tiger's ready to talk, but strategy is questioned and criticized -- from his refusal to take questions to holding event during Accenture tourney.

Baltimore Sons
Maryland hero Michael Phelps joins forces with local company Under Armour.

Leaving The Palace
Tom Wilson says next move is weeks away following resignation from Pistons.

Square 'Peg In A Round Hole
Thrashers, NHL officials deny rumors of team's sale, relocation to Manitoba.

Teeing Off With Honors
Michael Whan expresses confidence in LPGA's future, hopes to build strong business relationships.

Waiting For Dial-Up To Connect  
Critics contend NBC Olympic coverage "caught in the mid 1980s when it comes to the Internet."

Friday Night Lights
Opening Ceremony advertisers see significant spike in recognition.

From Canada, With Love 
Colbert injects dose of unpredictability to NBC's Vancouver coverage in first appearance on net.