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Principle vs. reality for Ted Thompson
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|GM Ted Thompson's passive offseason approach will be strongly questioned if the Packers produce another losing season in 2009.
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They tricked us. Or, at least, they fooled me.
When Green Bay acknowledged this winter it was shifting to a 3-4 defense, my thoughts moved immediately to free agency. Finally! Packers general manager Ted Thompson would be forced to dabble in a market he has historically disdained. After all, the Packers were built as a 4-3 team and it's unreasonable to expect every player can make the transition. You figured the Packers would need at least one or two new veteran starters to smooth out the makeover.
Tuesday, however, marks the 33rd day of free agency -- and Thompson has changed nothing about his offseason approach. The Packers have signed two veterans, but safety Anthony Smith and offensive lineman Duke Preston project as backups and play positions that don't impact the schematic transition.
So what gives? How could Thompson justify such a passive offseason approach following a 6-10 season that spurred the defensive overhaul?
I missed Thompson at last week's NFL owners' meeting, but he told Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel that he is satisfied with the personnel makeup of the team. "We're pretty solid in our starting lineup," was the way Thompson put it. Later, he added: "I think our team is built as such we don't, in my opinion, have some glaring needs."
In essence, Thompson stood pat. In poker terms, he checked. Many fans and observers are bewildered by the paradox between changing schemes and sitting tight on personnel; in the end it represents a staunch and perhaps stubborn display of confidence in past drafts and the prospects for this year's affair. But let's be clear: The approach has left the Packers with no room for error in the April 25-26 draft and little doubt about how to judge the 2009 season.
That final clause is the part that intrigues me the most. The Packers aren't the only team that stood on the sidelines of free agency this year. You don't have to look further than the NFC North to notice that Minnesota has done nothing more than trade for a career backup quarterback and sign a nickelback. Chicago has quietly revamped its offensive line but hasn't addressed its defense in a meaningful way.
The Vikings, however, will return a team that won 10 games last season. The Bears went 9-7 and lost three games after leading late in the fourth quarter. The Packers, on the other hand, dropped seven of their final nine games and produced the ninth-worst record in the NFL. To stand pat after a 6-10 season is to stake your career on the idea that it was an aberration rather than a sign of long-term trouble.
Sure, the Packers hired a new defensive staff led by coordinator Dom Capers to revamp the scheme. But those changes are tied to the flexibility of the personnel on hand. Speaking earlier this month at the Packers' FanFest, Capers said the transition will be a "process" and added: "I wish I had a comfort level where I could stand here and say we've got everything we need, but you probably couldn't get a coach in the league to say that."
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|New D-coordinator Dom Capers has the unenviable task of implementing a 3-4 scheme mostly with players brought in for a 4-3.
Before free agency began, we noted the change would be a step-by-step process. But a little more than a month later, the Packers don't seem to have made any progress from a personnel standpoint. They haven't taken any steps. We're not any closer to naming their four-man group of linebackers. We don't know who would replace nose tackle Ryan Pickett if he were injured. We have to wonder whether Johnny Jolly can handle left end -- and, even if he can, whether he will face NFL discipline as a result of an arrest in Houston last summer. That's a totality of uncertainty you don't want to be facing a year after finishing 6-10.
If nothing else, free agency could have provided alternatives worth embracing with more enthusiasm than Thompson has. That doesn't mean the Packers should have paid $41 million in guaranteed money to defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth. It doesn't necessarily mean they should be pursuing a trade for Carolina defensive end Julius Peppers.
But even if it meant overpaying a bit, w
ouldn't you feel a bit better if the Packers knew they could turn to, say, Kevin Burnett at linebacker or Igor Olshansky at defensive end? Even from a standpoint of pure principle, it would demonstrate the Packers were pursuing every option available to improve their team and, consequently, transfer one less position of pressure to the draft.
What I'm building to is this: Thompson should face serious questions and be exposed to high accountability should the personnel group he is endorsing not generate a significant improvement from last season. If the Packers produce another losing season, Thompson's failure to address the 2008 performance more aggressively will prove to be a grave mistake.
This tack ultimately will validate or revoke the philosophy of setting a base, as Thompson did in his first season, and then building almost exclusively through the draft.
I did catch up last week to the man who ultimately will evaluate Thompson's performance. Team president/CEO Mark Murphy expressed no regret about the approach to free agency but made clear it was an option if Thompson wanted to use it.
Here's the exchange Murphy had with Silverstein and me:
What's been your assessment of the offseason?
Mark Murphy: Well, to me the biggest change was following the season, [coach Mike McCarthy] changing the coaching staff. I'm very encouraged. I've been very impressed with Dom Capers and the staff he and Mike have put together. I think you'll see a difference on the field. We haven't been big players in free agency, obviously, to this point.
Did you know that going in?
MM: We're always looking for opportunities, but we want to make sure it makes sense and fits into our long-term plans.
NFL.com Video Packers GM Ted Thompson discusses the team's transition to a 3-4 defense.
Did you expect more out of free agency?
MM: Free agency isn't over yet. It's not a one-week event. It goes on for quite a while. I still think you look historically and the better teams are built through the draft. And then filling needs in free agency.
Were there any financial restrictions on Thompson?
MM: No.
Did the football budget remain the same?
MM: Yeah, we haven't dropped off.
I didn't sense any impatience or exasperation from Murphy, but he has a long history in the NFL and knows how successful teams are built. He understands the risks and rewards of Thompson's offseason gambit and no doubt will judge him accordingly.
Thompson prefers to focus on the draft, and the Packers have a chance to grab an immediate starter with the No. 9 overall pick. But a great draft would produce two or three starters across the board. Is it reasonable to expect immediate defensive dividends from one draft? Consider that last year's draft produced two immediate starters in the entire NFC North. Both were tailbacks: Chicago's Matt Forte and Detroit's Kevin Smith. Otherwise, it's a crapshoot.
Thompson isn't the only NFL general manager who shies away from free agency. But the combination of last year's 6-10 record and the defensive changes has put his approach into critical focus moving forward.
Black and Blue all over: The Packers Way
One of the more interesting questions entering free agency was whether Green Bay general manager Ted Thompson would accelerate his usual plodding approach in order to re-stock the Packers' roster for its transition to a 3-4 defense. The answer has been a resounding no.
Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel offers a good overview of what the Packers have -- and haven't done -- in the first four days of the market. Here it is in a nutshell: "Their strategy appears to be to take their time and make sure they don't overbid for players who would have to compete to become starters."
This has led the Packers to have casual conversations with the agents for defensive ends Igor Olshansky (San Diego), Marques Douglas (Baltimore) and Mike Wright (New England). But no visits are scheduled. It's possible the Packers will schedule a visit soon with free agent safety Michael Adams (Cleveland). None of these players are game-changers but could contribute to a winning team.
Like it or not, that's the approach Thompson has taken once again in 2009.
Continuing around the NFC North on a Tuesday morning:
- Two Packers free agents, defensive end Mike Montgomery and fullback John Kuhn, are beginning to take visits, according to Pete Dougherty of the Green Bay Press-Gazette. Montgomery is in Atlanta and Kuhn was in Arizona.
- Judd Zulgad and Chip Scoggins of the Star Tribune examine the situation around Denver quarterback Jay Cutler, who would like to be traded.
- Minnesota special teams ace Heath Farwell has scheduled a visit with New England, according to Zulgad.
- Vikings defensive end Jared Allen will participate in a USO trip to U.S. bases in the Persian Gulf this week. Allen's younger brother recently joined the Marines, according to Sean Jensen of the St. Paul Pioneer Press.
- Detroit has scheduled a visit with free agent offensive lineman Daniel Loper, according to Nicholas J. Cotsonika of the Detroit Free Press. Meanwhile, the Lions lost fullback Moran Norris to San Francisco.
- Bob Wojnowksi of the Detroit News would like to see the Lions pursue Cutler: "It's such a no-brainer, I shouldn't even waste your time on it. It's also probably a complete pipe dream, a nasty little tease, an unrealistic notion."
- David Haugh of the Chicago Tribune offers a similar sentiment for the Bears: "At some point [returning to the Super Bowl] will require bigger and bolder moves, and prying Cutler away from Denver would be one that could cement [Jerry] Angelo's legacy in Chicago."
Best Match: NFC North
As we look ahead following a wild opening weekend of the NFL's free agent market, the ESPN blog network will take a look at what's next. Let's have some fun and try matching a remaining player with an NFC North team:
It won't sound exciting to many Bears fans, but offensive lineman John St. Clair looks like a pretty important figure right now. The signing of free agent tackle/guard Frank Omiyale gives the Bears some flexibility, but there is still no obvious successor to retiring right tackle John Tait.
St. Clair is an ideal short-term fit for that role, much as he was in 2008 at left tackle. He hasn't attracted a ton of interest from other teams, and it is in both sides' interest to find a common ground.
Kick returner/cornerback Chris Carr left Detroit on Monday without agreeing to a contract, but the Lions would be well-advised to continue their pursuit.
It's been a long time since the Lions have had a consistent returner, and they could use more depth in their defensive backfield even after acquiring Anthony Henry and Eric King over the weekend. This makes Carr a real value.
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel has reported the Packers might target San Diego's Igor Olshansky, who would give them another option at defensive end as they convert to a 3-4 defense.
Olshansky isn't exactly a household name, but the Packers don't have a proven pass rusher at this point to play either end position.
Ok, let's have some real fun.
Black and Blue all over: The return
I'm baaaaaaaack. Whether you noticed I was away from the blog is another question. Thanks to those who filled in some posts while I was attending a lovely -- and warm -- wedding south of the border.
With internet access restored, I've spent some of Monday's wee hours trying to catch up on the free-agent happenings around the NFC North. It seems that Minnesota wants another big-time receiver, Green Bay is patiently waiting for the right price and Chicago's top target was an offensive lineman who can play tackle or guard. Oh, and Detroit reportedly was involved in trade discussions that would have netted Denver quarterback Jay Cutler while also signing a starting-caliber receiver and acquiring two cornerbacks.
That's what I gleaned in a nutshell, and I'll return later Monday with some more detailed thoughts on those topics. For now, let's get ourselves back to even and catch up on the Black and Blue's latest news, starting with a holding pattern in Minnesota for free agent receiver T.J. Houshmandzadeh:
- Judd Zulgad and Chip Scoggins of the Star Tribune report Houshmandzadeh met with Vikings officials for nearly six hours Sunday at the team's facility. But as of Sunday evening, agent Kenard McGuire said no deal had been reached. The Vikings are competing with Cincinnati and Seattle for Houshmandzadeh's services.
- Sean Jensen of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reviews some of the factors that could be complicating the Houshmandzadeh negotiations. Among them: Would the Vikings offer more than they gave current No. 1 receiver Bernard Berrian, who received $16 million guaranteed last year?
- Lions defensive end Cliff Avril said he is praying for teammate Corey Smith, who is among four passengers missing from a boat in the Gulf of Mexico. Here is a report from the Detroit Free Press.
- Former Lions quarterback Dan Orlovsky signed with Houston on Sunday, where he will be the clear backup to starter Matt Schaub. The Lions offered Orlovsky a chance to compete for their starting job, but Orlovsky was wary of his chances, according to John Niyo of the Detroit News.
- Green Bay had hoped to host free-agent defensive end Chris Canty on a visit, but Canty signed Sunday night with the New York Giants. According to Pete Dougherty of the Green Bay Press-Gazette, Packers general manager Ted Thompson wouldn't commit to a ballpark offer prior to scheduling a visit.
- The Packers also passed on pursuing defensive tackle Colin Cole, who got $6 million to sign with Seattle. After losing out on Cole and Canty, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports the Packers will shift gears and pursue San Diego defensive end Igor Olshansky.
- Brad Biggs of the Chicago Sun-Times casts serious doubt on the possibility of the Bears acquiring Cutler.
- Former Minnesota safety Darren Sharper told Vaughn McClure of the Chicago Tribune that the Bears have expressed interest in signing him. New Orleans seems the likeliest target for Sharper.


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One example here http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/6-AQUADRIP-ADJUSTABLE-BOTTLE-TOP-SELF-WATERING-SPIKES-/170648142605?_trksid=p2054897.l4275
If it's a new build I would check with your solicitor about removal of rubble from site. It used to be the case that no top soil was to be removed from site but all builders rubble must be. Many builders seem to think it's the other way round!
If you solicitor confirms that rubble should have been removed your initial step should then be to contact the developer to sort it out. If that fails consider the small claims court.
Thanks Mike. Very informative.
I'm planning to shift the main bulbs from the pots into the borders. Can I just put the little uns in as well or should they be potted up?
I left my oriental lilies in their pots over winter and now, dozens of small red bulblets have started to shoot. What should I do with them. I've grown lilies in pots for a number of years but never seen anything like this before.
I've never talked to my plants. I used to swear at the weeds but that just seemed to encourage them.
The introduction of Sophie Raworth and other non-gardeners is just more evidence of the dumbing down of TV. I have no problem with the inclusion of enthusiastic amateurs but for somebody to state they basically aren't interested in gardening and then present this seems perverse.
Somewhat different with Richard Hammond as he's been wildlife mad all his life. That said I thought "Africa Live" or whatever it was called was rubbish - not his fault. Whoever thought it would be a good idea to have a live show like that, on peak time evening TV, from an area 3 or 4 hours ahead of us? It's dark then you numpties!!!
Another alternative when seeking unusual plants is visiting Yellow Book gardens. I've obtained a lot of unusual plants that way over the years.
I should make it clear that I mean many places have plants for sale - I not advocating my mother-in-laws method of helping herself to 'cuttings' !!
I've not heard the suggestion about condensate water going to a soakaway before. Very few people will have access to one. I can see the logic, just don't see it as a practical option for most people.
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by Mrs elizabeth coles
We have a log burner and use the usual glass cleaner is normally Ok but today a very stubborn mark on the glass refused to shift.on and on I went spraying rubbing nothing would shift it.bingo I'll try my oven cleaner!!! Result amazing!! 5 mins and it just wiped away!! Cant believe it was so easy, in future any stubborn marks will get the lakeland treatment!!!
Published 27 03 2015
This review is for an older version of this product
wonderful stuff"
by Judy
Works like a dream! Paint on with brush, leave for an hour and gently rub. Advise wearing the gloves.
Published 23 03 2015
by Miss Azizian
Having been loyal customers' of Lakeland for over 20 years, no product has ever warranted a review, until now! Originally purchased for my mother's oven, she insisted we compose this review. Her oven had burnt on grease and fat for 8 years and was considering buying a new one, since it was in a terrible state. Left the gel on overnight. After cleaning it off (with hardly any effort), we were looking at a brand new oven! We cannot praise this product enough. Not only has it saved us the cost of a new oven but it has restored mum's joy for cooking. Miracle product..oven manufacturers beware!
Published 04 03 2015
This review is for an older version of this product
Mrs Wood Exeter"
by Mrs Wood
This oven cleaner is THE BEST I have ever used in the last 40 yrs of cleaning ovens. Initially you think there are cheaper products but no, this one beats them all. I also buy the mop, which the replacements are not cheap but when you need to clean up after two dogs, it's worth it.
Published 24 02 2015
Don't waste your money"
by Ms Halliday
This oven cleaner is awful. I followed the instructions to the letter but despite my oven being only slightly dirty, it didn't work at all. I bought this based on the brilliant reviews. I can only assume that people rave about it because their ovens are so filthy that some cleaning effect is better than none. All it did was to take the sheen off the bottom of my oven. Avoid. I've only given one star because a no star rating isn't available.
Published 02 02 2015
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Amazingly Easy to Use"
by Alison
Made a what is usually a nightmare task an easy task. Product was really easy to apply, just paint on a leave. Easy to remove too. Amazed with the results. Oven looks brand new!!!
Published 13 01 2015
Miracle Product"
by Alix
Sloshed this satisfyingly gloopy gel around the inside of my cold oven yesterday morning, coating all surfaces including the door. The gel is easy to spread, but doesn't drip so it goes on very well. Closed the oven door and left the stuff on for 10 hours. Used the Lakeland tough wipes to wipe and rinse the gel away: one wipe was enough and could be rinsed and rinsed without falling apart. The oven is sparkling clean, I roasted some vegetables immediately after I'd cleaned the gel off and there was no smell or taste. A first class produce, easy to use and incredibly effective.
Published 12 01 2015
This review is for an older version of this product
by Aly
Has cleaned off 6 years of grime with no scrubbing. Absolutely amazed have tried other cleaners .... they have an acrid smell and barely scratch the surface but this just dissolves the grime and just wipes off. There is absolutely no smell at all
Published 09 01 2015
Jennifer mills"
by Mrs Mills
I have just been using your oven mate wow I am so empressed with it cleans I had a very black bottomed frying pan came up like new I will dev be buying oven mate again well done Lakeland does cookers to fabulous
Published 31 10 2014
by Julie
Many oven cleaners claim the earth - but this one actually delivers ... just fantastic. Most of the oven and grill took just one attempt (including the metal side sliders and shelves), only a few parts needed 2 - and my oven is now like new. I have also used on large trays which act is drip trays in the bottom of the oven and they too have come up beautifully. Easy to apply, easy to remove, no smell - just perfect. If I could give it 10 stars I would!
Published 22 10 2014
by Miss Griffiths
This is the best oven cleaner by far! I only left it for 20 mins and the oven was back to sparkling but you can leave on for longer depending on the severity. I will be definitely getting more.
Published 17 09 2014
by Barbara
Bought this yesterday and I now have an oven which looks brand new! Painted it onto the cold oven as instructed, wiped gel off after a few hours and NO marks left. This product is simply amazing!
Published 19 08 2014
Works a treat"
by Sarah
Simply the best oven cleaner I have come across. No nasty smells, no fuss. The brush that comes with to product is more than up to the task and all you do is paint the stuff on, wait a while, mop up the goo with some kitchen paper and then wipe with a damp cloth. Do wear the gloves that are supplied, at all times. I managed to get some on my arm without realising and it caused some irritation. Cleans everything up nicely...if you want to do your racks, just put them on some newspaper on the kitchen counter and paint away. There is enough in the bottle for about three cleans of a double oven.
Published 19 08 2014
why did i wait so long?"
by Ruth
I bought the oven mate cleaning gel a while ago but as cleaning the oven is one of my least favourite jobs it remained in the cupboard. When I decided to try it out how surprisingly easy it was. My oven was very dirty which meant it didn't all come off in one go. But the ease at which the majority of the dirt came off means I won't leave it as long before I clean it again. Also I might leave the gel on for longer too. It's good that the pack includes a pair of gloves. I would recommend you have extra gloves at hand to change into especially if you leave the gel on for a while. Great product!
Published 06 08 2014
Wish I bought this earlier!"
by Mrs Said
It would have saved me hours of scrubbing! This removed burnt/ baked on apple pie juice residue (we used the oven SEVERAL times without cleaning the spill first.) I tried a cleaner recommended by the manufacturer and it took 3 hours of spraying and scrubbing and an awful smell and all it shifted was the top layer. I brushed this on and in an hour EVERYTHING was gone. I took photos to share with family and friends because I was sure no one would believe me! It has no acrid smell, wipes off like a dream and is so easy to apply. I also needed much less than the bottle said I did so it will last!
Published 10 06 2014
by lesley
Purchased this a whole back now in store, as it was recommended to me by a friend. Well I can not express how utterly amazing it is!!!! I have a large combination microwave oven. I use it to cook very thing from roast chicken to heating up soup, so it gets very messy! I just paint it with this solution, leave it a while then wipe and all the grease just comes away!!!! Also great for baking trays etc. Just be very careful you don't splash it in your eye as it is soo painful!
Published 28 05 2014
by Mrs Buck
I use this exclusively to clean my gas hob and oven. It's great, works just as it says and without smells or sprays which I always feel concerned I will be breathing in.
Published 22 05 2014
by Mrs Richardson
I'm not surprised there are so many 5* ratings with this product. It's easy to use although a little time consuming without any effort. My oven is just like new... really. I opened all the windows for ventilation but I needn't have done because there was no smell at all. You need to use lots of kitchen roll to wipe off the jell & melted grease once it's activated but what a difference. It's a bit expensive but well worth it, don't let the price put you off. Thank you Lakeland.
Published 22 05 2014
Very good indeed, but job is unfinished...."
by Lorna
Impressed with the good reviews for this product, I purchased one and tried it out yesterday. It was great, and the lack of acrid fumes is a big bonus. I also appreciated the gloves and paintbrush. Thanks for a splendid product.
Published 12 05 2014
Excellent product"
by Gillian
A Lakeland assistant suggested this cleaner as nothing I had tried would clean my glass oven doors. I left this on overnight, and was astonished at how sparkling clean they were after a wipe down. I highly recommend this product, just amazing!
Published 28 04 2014


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TUNIS (Reuters) - Tunisia's army has shelled militant hideouts near the Algerian border as part of a campaign against hardline Islamists seeking to destabilize the North African country's fragile transition to democracy.
Troops fired heavy artillery after spotting suspicious movements in the Mount Chaambi area on Sunday, army spokesman Taoufiq Rahmouni told the state news agency TAP. It was unclear if there were any casualties.
Concerns about militant violence are increasing as Tunisia takes its final steps to full democracy, three years after its revolution that inspired the "Arab Spring" revolts in Libya, Egypt, Yemen and Syria.
The Tunisian military have repeatedly hit Chaambi, a remote mountainous region a few kilometres (miles) from Algeria, since the start of 2013 after militants began trying to establish a refuge base there.
"The number of terrorists hiding there is around 25 or 30," Rahmouni said.
Militants, mainly from the Islamist group Ansar al-Sharia whose leader has declared allegiance to al Qaeda, have emerged since the Tunisian uprising in early 2011 ousted autocratic leader Zine el Abidine Ben Ali.
Tunisia's police last week arrested seven suspected ultra-conservative Islamist militants, accusing them of threatening attacks during New Year celebrations in Kasserine, the closest city to Mount Chaambi.
The country's Islamist-led government declared Ansar al-Sharia a terrorist organisation last year after blaming it for the assassination of two opposition leaders.
Militants have since clashed with police in raids and a suicide bomber blew himself up late last year at a beach resort in the first such attack in Tunisia in a decade.
Tunisia's ruling Islamist party Ennahda has agreed to step down under a deal that will see parties finish the constitution, set a date for elections and name an electoral council before a non-political caretaker government takes over.
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Arrest made in city's 14th homicide
Winnipeg police have made a quick arrest in the city's latest homicide.
Clarissa Dawn Ponace, 29, is facing a second-degree murder charge following the weekend killing of 53-year-old Arthur Haussermann in a downtown apartment.
Haussermann was found inside his burning suite last Saturday morning. Officials initially believed it was the fire that killed him, but an autopsy revealed he had actually suffered upper body injuries prior to the blaze in a suite at the Holiday Tower apartment block on the 100 block of Hargrave Street.
The fire may have been an attempt to cover up evidence at the scene, sources say. It was contained within the suite and caused about $10,000 damage. Haussermann was rushed to hospital in critical condition, but could not be saved.
Police said Wednesday the victim and accused would have been "brief acquaintances" within the evening of his death. No other details have been provided.
As the Free Press reported earlier today, Haussermann maintained a visible online presence — including a profile on a dating website — which formed part of the ongoing investigation.
Sources told the Free Press all aspects of the victim's life were being studied to determine who may have wanted him dead. Several of his family members did not return messages seeking comment.
Haussermann was a member of the Badoo online dating site in which he was seeking women aged 40 to 55 for a relationship. He listed himself as a university-educated single man who was an "empty nester" who smoked and drank socially. His profile included four pictures, his current location in Winnipeg and a list of 17 interests including music, travel, beach walks, computers and books.
Haussermann is Winnipeg's 14th homicide victim of the year. Arrests have been made in all but two of those cases.
Sources said homicide investigators were looking to speak with people who may have recently interacted with Haussermann. Winnipeg police have previously issued public warnings about the dangers of meeting people online, which has become an increasingly popular way to form relationships.
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High school baseball: Riverton rallies to beat Bingham, 8-7
Scott G Winterton, Deseret News
SOUTH JORDAN — Despite the uncommonly frigid mid-April conditions, the Riverton baseball team heated up when it mattered most — coming from behind to down Bingham, 8-7. The Silverwolves used clutch pitching from Tanner Draper late along with some key hitting — particularly from Jared White — to come away with a key early Region 4 win.
"Anytime you can come in here and beat a great team like Bingham it's a big thing," said Riverton coach Jay Applegate. "It wasn't easy, but there won't be many easy games in Region 4 this season. Any win against any opponent in this region is a big win."
BJ Newman got the Silverwolves out to an early 2-0 lead in the top of the second with an RBI double, but the Miners responded immediately with a four-run effort in the bottom of the same inning. Braxton McKee led the effort with an RBI single before scoring all the way from first after a stolen base led to two errors committed by Riverton.
Bingham added to its lead in the bottom of the fourth after an RBI double from Jake Bruce extended the lead to 6-2 and appeared poised to cruise to victory. Riverton wasn't done, however, and put together a three-run top of the fifth that was punctuated by a two RBI double from White.
"You know, our players just kept confident and we got in some good situations that we were able to take advantage of," Applegate said. "We've sort of struggled taking advantage of good situations, so this was great to say, and hopefully we can build on it."
After Bingham added a run in the bottom of the fifth, Riverton again took advantage of the chances provided — scoring three runs in the top of the sixth to take an 8-7 advantage into the final inning. White provided what proved to be the game-winning hit with two-on and two-out by lacing a ball up the middle of the infield to score Trevor Peterson from second base.
Despite a high pitch count, Draper took the mound for the final two innings in hopes of wrapping up the game for his team, and did exactly that.
"Tanner still had good pop on his pitches and was locating well, so we stuck with him," Applegate said. "You obviously want to finish what you started, and Tanner wanted to be out there, and I was proud of how he pitched down the stretch. That was obviously huge for us."
With the win, Riverton stands alone in second place in Region 4 with a 3-1 region record. Bingham falls to 2-2 in region play and will match up again against Riverton Thursday and then again on Friday.
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TORONTO, Jan. 23, 2013 /CNW/ - Sirius XM Canada Holdings Inc. (TSX: XSR), (SiriusXM Canada) the country's leading audio entertainment company, announced today that Canadian comedy writer, director, producer and star Kenny Hotz, will host Hotzcast, an exclusive new show on SiriusXM's Laugh Attack (XM channel 160) live on Tuesday's at 5:00 pm ET starting this month.
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SYS-CON Events announced today that Vitria Technology, Inc. will exhibit at SYS-CON's @ThingsExpo, which will take place on June 9-11, 2015, at the Javits Center in New York City, NY. Vitria will showcase the company's new IoT Analytics Platform through live demonstrations at booth #330. Vitria's IoT Analytics Platform, fully integrated and powered by an operational intelligence engine, enables customers to rapidly build and operationalize advanced analytics to deliver timely business outcomes for use cases across the industrial, enterprise, and consumer segments.
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SYS-CON Events announced today that Liaison Technologies, a leading provider of data management and integration cloud services and solutions, has been named "Silver Sponsor" of SYS-CON's 16th International Cloud Expo®, which will take place on June 9-11, 2015, at the Javits Center in New York, NY. Liaison Technologies is a recognized market leader in providing cloud-enabled data integration and data management solutions to break down complex information barriers, enabling enterprises to make smarter decisions, faster.
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