07.13.12 The game plan

July 13, 2012 at 1:28AM

THE BUZZ We might have said this before, but it bears repeating now: It is hard to imagine a more dramatic legacy turn for a sports figure than that of Joe Paterno.

REMOTE PATROL If you can't make it out to Target Field, at least enjoy the return of baseball through the magic of television. A's vs. Twins (7 p.m., FSN).

CLICK PICK Baseball needs to start again based on this tweet from Bert Blyleven: "I lost the toe nail on my left big toe today and I don't know where it is? Any suggestions?"

STAR GAZING Clippers star Blake Griffin, who just signed a huge extension, has swelling in his knee and has left Team USA to be examined by team doctors.

FAST FACT Both Republicans and Democrats are unhappy over the uniforms for Team USA athletes in the London Olympics because they were made in China.

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The Terrapins used three steals, three layups and four free throws to complete a 10-0 run to close the game, denying the Gophers an upset at Williams Arena.

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