Author: Troy E. Renck
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Broncos’ Terrance Knighton says he was fined for racial slur
Broncos defensive tackle Terrance Knighton said Wednesday he was fined by the NFL for using inappropriate language in the Broncos’ 31-17 victory Sunday over the New York Jets. Knighton said he used a racial slur after the Broncos scored on Julius Thomas’ 22-yard touchdown reception just before halftime. Officials flagged Knighton for unsportsmanlike conduct. Knighton…
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Texans’ D.J. Swearinger avoids fine for hit on Broncos’ Wes Welker
D.J. Swearinger talks too much. He is too cocky. His confidence doesn’t match his resume. All were among the Broncos’ complaints about the Houston Texans’ loquacious defensive back last week. When it comes to assessing fines, the NFL doesn’t calculate popularity. Swearinger was not fined for the hit that left Wes Welker concussed last Saturday,…
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Todd Helton feels ‘a little weird’ watching Rockies play without him
MIAMI — Todd Helton is gone. He turned out the lights on his career Sept. 29 in Los Angeles, leaving his cleats and cap on an empty shelf as he walked out of Dodger Stadium. The Rockies moved on, signing Justin Morneau. Helton’s absence didn’t hit home until Monday, when reality struck that the lights…
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Todd Helton’s No. 17 to be retired by Rockies on Aug. 17
DENVER — The Colorado Rockies will retire former first baseman Todd Helton’s No. 17 on Aug. 17. The club announced its promotional schedule Thursday and it includes a three-day weekend honoring Helton, who retired at the end of last season. Helton will be honored in a ceremony on Aug. 17 before the Rockies play the…
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Francis out, Oswalt in for Rockies
TORONTO – Jeff Francis’ locker was cleared out Wednesday, and his time with the Rockies could be over. Though a roster move will not be official until Thursday, Francis will not re-join the team in Washington. Colorado is expected to clear a roster spot for Roy Oswalt, who will start Thursday night’s game. Read more:…
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Report: Helton cites ‘two igloo cups’ of wine before arrest
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Rockies first baseman Todd Helton said that he had “two igloo cups of red wine” before being arrested early Wednesday for driving under the influence and careless driving, according to an incident report released by…
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Report: Helton cites ‘two igloo cups’ of wine before arrest
Rockies first baseman Todd Helton said that he had “two igloo cups of red wine” before being arrested early Wednesday for driving under the influence and careless driving, according to an incident report released by the Thornton Police Department on Thursday. Helton’s admission occurred during the booking process. Helton made “spontaneous statements about drinking two…
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Jason Giambi will interview to be Rockies manager
Veteran player Jason Giambi will interview for the Rockies vacant managerial job, though no date has been set. He will be the last in-house candidate before the Rockies talk to other candidates. There is no timetable for a hiring. Assistant general manager Bill Geivett said Monday that the Rockies will look outside the organization, but…
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Rockies dismiss Carney Lansford, Rich Dauer from coaching staff
In the wake of manager Jim Tracy’s sudden and unexpected resignation Sunday, the wheels have begun to turn at 20th and Blake for the Colorado Rockies. Monday night, hitting instructor Carney Lansford and third-base coach Rich Dauer were dismissed. No other changes are planned on the major-league staff for now, but that could change once…
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Who’s up next to lead the Rockies?
Who will be next man up to manage the Colorado Rockies? After mulling over an offer to return as Rockies manager for 48 hours, Jim Tracy decided Sunday he was no longer the “right man for the job.” So, the Rockies are conducting their first managerial search since Jim Leyland resigned in 1999. Both Clint…