ShareThisScripps Howard News Service's SPORTS sked for stories moving Monday, June 13, 2011. SHNS editors are available at 202-408-1484. For all SHNS content visit our Web site at http://www.shns.com.
NBA
NEWBERRY (Newberry, SHNS - column) - Yes, Dirk Nowtizki has been the rock of the Dallas Mavericks franchise for years. But Sunday night, it was Jason Terry who hauled him along to the first world championship in team history. 890.
GOLF
KROICHICK (Kroichick, San Francisco Chronicle - column) - Make no mistake, Tiger Woods' absence will be keenly felt at this week's U.S. Open. 600.
BASEBALL
CRAWFORD (Britton, Providence Journal) - Upon his return to Tampa Bay Tuesday night, Carl Crawford hopes Rays fans understand staying there was not an option for the star outfielder. 370.
COLLEGE FOOTBALL
FBCADAMSON (Adamson, SHNS - column) - The ridiculous coach-in-waiting strategy quickly blows up in West Virginia's face. 500.
NASCAR
NASCARFEUDS (Markey, Toledo Blade) - BROOKLYN, Mich.: NASCAR churns its way into Michigan International Speedway this week, with a chain of feuds, spats, and conflicts simmering under the surface and dominating the recent headlines. 680.
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