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Wednesday, February 20, 2013  The Syracuse Crunch has won four in a row and is currently the best team in the American Hockey League. Could it all be because of a beard?

Monday, November 12, 2012  It's a story of hard work, dedication, and a never give up attitude. And it has some shades of the famous "Rocky" movies in it too.

Thursday, June 28, 2012  Former Syracuse Center Fab Melo has been drafted by the Boston Celtics with the 22nd pick in the 2012 NBA Draft.

Tuesday, April 12, 2011  The Syracuse Chiefs, Triple-A affiliate of the Washington Nationals, are pleased to announce that former Syracuse University punter Rob Long will throw out the ceremonial first pitch on Opening Day, this Wednesday, April 13.

Sunday, April 03, 2011  Sundays was Paws for Pucks at the Syracuse Crunch's game with the Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins, meaning for $5 fans could bring their dog to the game.

Tuesday, March 22, 2011  I woke up this morning and saw the late March date on my calendar, and it occurred to me that by this time last year, I was already golfing.

Saturday, December 18, 2010  Mero though, despite everything he's had to battle through, is the self proclaimed "happiest man on the planet".

Wednesday, September 22, 2010  Dodgers manager Joe Torre said Tuesday he was sorry for saying he was curious about the New York Mets job and current Mets manager Jerry Manuel accepted the apology after taking offense earlier in the day.

Tuesday, August 31, 2010  The best ball team of Hunter Mahan and Cristie Kerr lead twelve of the best golfers in the world after 14 holes at the Atunyote Golf Club at Turning Stone Resort and Casino.

Wednesday, August 25, 2010  Former top ranked LPGA golfer Lorena Ochoa is enjoying retirement and preparing for Turning Stone.

Monday, August 09, 2010  Brandon Jacobs no longer is a lock to get the first call. The big guy is being pushed by his training camp roommate, and Ahmad Bradshaw seems to have pulled ahead.