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Joe Torre announced his resignation as MLB executive vice president on Wednesday, Jan 4, so he could join a group that is pursuing ownership of the LA Dodgers. Torre managed the LA Dodgers from 2008-2010.

Joe Torre, a popular motivational speaker through PFP Sports and Celebrity Talent Agency, has resigned as MLB executive vice president to pursue the purchase of the LA Dodgers.

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Golf analyst, David Feherty, retired from the European and PGA tours in 1997 and joined CBS Sports and Golf Channel as a writer, reporter and analyst.

Find David faherty speaker, agent and appearance information at PFP Talent Agency

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Retired NFL quarterback Dan Marino’s passing record of 5,084 yards, set in 1984, has yet to be surpassed, however, this year there are four quarterbacks ready to break the record.

Dan Marino, a popular speaker through PFP Talent Agency, holds the all time NFL passing record.

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Boxing great, Mike Tyson, is a new man with a whole new fanbase. Tyson, an avid bird enthusiast, has gained new found popularity and success after appearing in The Hangover.

Due to his recent popularity, PFP Sports and Celebrity Talent Agency has received numerous inquires on how to book Mike Tyson for personal appearances, autograph signings, trade shows, grand openings, television or radio commercials and corporate events. To contact Mike Tyson agent, call 1.800.966.1380.

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Mike Ditka continues to be one of the most popular and sought-after motivational speakers says PFP Sports and Celebrity Talent Agency and is still considered one of the greatest football coaches of his time.

Mike Ditka keeps a busy schedule meeting his fans through speaking engagements, appearances, Hall of Fame banquets, trade shows, autograph signings and corporate events.

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News that the NBA canceled games through Dec 15 was received by teams on Tuesday, Nov 15, hours before the locked-out players filed 2 antitrust lawsuits against the league in two states.

Derek Fisher, President of NBA Players Assn., speaks to media in NY. Photo: Reuters

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In an ESPN video, John Saunders talks about the impact the NBA lockout will have on the game. Sanders says that this week NBA negoiations saw a near split in players ranks as leader Derek Fisher was accused of trying to cut a side deal with owners. Some threatened to leave the union and decertify.

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Tony La Russa announced his retirement as manager of the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday, Nov 1, three days after winning a seven-game world series against the Texas Rangers.

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When St Louis Cardinal’s manager Tony LaRussa called upon pinch-hitter Allen Craig after yanking Carpenter in the sixth inning, Craig came through.

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Tiger Woods has just landed a huge 5-year endorsement deal with Rolex, the world’s biggest luxury watchmaker, his first major sponsorship since his infidelity scandal broke two years ago.

Photo Credit: Rolex SA