Randball's quick hits
MLB free agency will pick up this weekend when teams can start signing players away from other squads. Take a good look at the pitchers available before you get too optimistic about what the Twins can do.
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The other kind of football might be your best option Wednesday night. Chicago takes on Houston in the MLS playoffs (8 p.m., ESPN2).
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