Random Recap: The 2011 Quaker State 400. Welcome to Random Recaps, a weekly feature at From The Marbles. In this space, we'll recap a random race from the past at the track the where Sprint Cup Series is racing next. There have only been four races at Kentucky, so there wasn't much to choose from. This week's race is the 2011 Quaker State 500, the first Sprint Cup Series race at Kentucky. … [Read more...]
Gustav Nyquist agrees to 4-year, $19 million extension with Red Wings
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The Latest: Contador unscathed in minor spill at Tour (The Associated Press)
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Spieth’s 64 has him back in the John Deere Classic
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Paolini tests positive for cocaine at Tour de France (The Associated Press)
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Mavs' Cuban details his side of Jordan decision
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StewPod #8: Everything you need to know about 2015’s MLB All-Star game
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J.J. Nelson's UAB Roller Coaster – Arizona Cardinals – AZCardinals.com
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Report: FSU RB Dalvin Cook investigated for alleged battery
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Crystal Palace sign Yohan Cabaye for a club-record £9.5 million
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