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HOT: Landon Donovan

U.S. star receives a warm send-off as the national team ties Ecuador 1--1. He didn't score, but he buried the hatchet with Jurgen Klinsmann.

HOT: Brian Cashman

Gets a three-year extension to oversee the Yanks' $197 million payroll—still the most appropriately named GM in sports.

HOT: L.A. Football

The NFL may return soon, but pro football might not—the team could be the Raiders.

NOT: The Giants

N.Y.'s flotilla hit rough seas on their trip to Philly—lost their Cruz.

NOT: SI Cover Jinx

Two Mississippi teams with top 15 opponents and ... nothin'.

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