Quote of the Day
“The bigger concerns are organized crime -- which is very active there -- and government corruption.”
-- Former Russia Deputy Prime Minister Boris Nemtsov, on what he considers to be problems bigger than terrorism heading into the ’14 Sochi Games (FOREIGNPOLICY.com, 3/1).
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Power Play Opportunity
NHL Looks To Continue
Momentum From OlympicsThe big issue facing the NHL as it starts back from its Olympic hiatus is how can it maintain the huge momentum the sport of hockey is seeing on the heels of Vancouver. The Games undoubtedly have more people talking hockey than in recent memory -- when is the last time a regular-season NHL game led “SportsCenter?” -- and fans clearly are enthused by what they saw. Sidney Crosby hearing some boos in Pittsburgh and Ryan Miller receiving a standing ovation on the road are indicators the two weeks struck a chord with hardcore fans. But it is converting the casual follower that remains the elusive prize for the league. The ARIZONA REPUBLIC’s Dan Bickley writes, “Americans didn't suddenly fall in love with hockey in Vancouver. The tournament simply appealed to our inner patriot.”
Light At The End Of The Tunnel?
Garber insists MLS won't agree to quick-fix deal with players, but expects to avert strike.
Airing Dirty Laundry
NFLPA says league rejected proposal for one-year CBA extension freezing cap at '09 level.
Filling The TV Timeouts
CBS' March Madness ad inventory 90% sold; pricing, total sales up compared to last year.
Cracking Open The Vault
Newly launched site offers late-round NCAA men's basketball tourney highlights since '00.
Riding Out The Storm
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Been There, Done That
Salt Lake City leads all Nielsen metered markets for NBC's primetime Games coverage.
Losing Their Appetite
Four Cactus League teams boycott breakfast over proposed ticket surcharge for Cubs complex.
We've Only Just Begun
On the eve of ESPNU's 5th anniversary, THE DAILY catches up with VP & GM Rosalyn Durant.
