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HE SAID WHAT?

“I had fun. But I like my freedom.” - Barry Bonds, answering a patient at a children’s hospital who asked the home run king if he would return to baseball

NEWSMAKERS

Terrell Owens

After crying on the bench after a largely absent performance against the Bengals, gave all thanks and praise to God without taking questions. Tick, tick …

Plaxico Burress

Speaking of wacky wideouts, Burress - coming off a one-game suspension - didn’t let the Giants know he’d be missing practice … and didn’t care.

Kimbo Slice

The Cinderella story of MMA ended with a surprise opponent and a swift first-round takedown over the weekend. It was fun while it lasted.

Chicago Cubs

Their most recent meltdown, getting swept from the playoffs after having the best record in the National League, has one fan auctioning his allegiance on eBay.

Reggie Bush

Had perhaps the most electrifying performance of Week 5 with two punt returns for touchdowns. But his Saints still lost.

ON WASHINGTONTIMES.COM

Patrick Stevens answered a reader question on his college sports blog, D1SCOURSE.

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