Anti-rural rhetoric too strong
Re: “Pushed away,” Feb. 7 op-ed Dick Wadhams needs to tone down the rhetoric. Has he learned nothing from the very real political violence of the past several weeks? Wadhams claims that rural Colorado is “under assault,” “at war,” and “in the crosshairs.” He describes Democrats as “hell-bent” on “killing” industry in rural Colorado. We can and should discuss the issues and navigate the rural/urban divides that are present in the state, but Wadhams needs to focus on the issues rather than fanning the flames of political violence that are consuming his party.It is irresponsible of The Denver Post to publish inflammatory pieces like this.
Kevin Hall, Denver
Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic will be among a handful of athletes honored at the 56th annual Colorado Sports Hall of Fame Induction & Awards Banquet on Sept. 29 at the Hilton Denver City Center.
The Serbian center was voted the athlete of the year for 2020 by the Hall’s selection committee after leading the Nuggets to the Western Conference Finals.
CU standouts Nate Landman (football) and Dani Jones (track & field), as well as high school honorees Dominick Serrano (Windsor wrestling) and Jana Van Gytenbeek (Cherry Creek basketball), also were selected by the committee.
MLS, players approve amended collective bargaining agreement. Major League Soccer players have ratified an amended collective bargaining agreement after the league and the union avoided a lockout by striking a deal that runs through the 2027 season. The agreement reached Friday night gives the players their full salaries this season and extends the current CBA for two seasons.
Opening races at ski worlds ppd. by snowstorm.
CORTIN A D’A MP E ZZO, ITA LY » The women’s combined that was slated to open the Alpine skiing world championships Monday was postponed due to heavy snowfall. Then organizers also pushed back the men’s super-G from Tuesday to Thursday to allow more time to clear the course.
Packers going with Barry as defensive coordinator.
GREE N BAY, WIS .» The Green Bay Packers are giving Joe Barry a third chance as an NFL defensive coordinator, head coach Matt LaFleur announced Monday. Barry previously worked as a defensive coordinator with the Detroit Lions (2007-2008) and Washington (2015-16).
Schoop, Tigers agree to $4.5M, 1-year contract. DETROIT» Second baseman Jonathan Schoop is staying with the Detroit Tigers, agreeing to a $4.5 million, one-year contract. The 29-year-old hit .278 with eight home runs in the abbreviated 2020 season. He hit at least 21 home runs each of the previous four years.
Ohtani, Angels agree on $8.5M, 2-year deal.
A N A H E IM, CALIF. » The Los Angeles Angels and Shohei Ohtani’s agreed to an $8.5 million, two-year contract Monday, avoiding arbitration.
Cardinals re-sign C Molina for 18th season.
ST. LOUIS» The St. Louis Cardinals are bringing back catcher Yadier Molina for an 18th season, agreeing Monday to a $9 million, one-year deal with the nine-time Gold Glove winner.
49ers sign backup QB Rosen to extension.
SA NT AC L A R A , CALIF. » The San Francisco 49ers signed backup quarterback Josh Rosen and running back Austin Walter to one-year extensions Monday. The first-round pick was on the roster for the final two games of 2020.
Bulls’ Markkanen out 2-4 weeks.
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Nets add veteran forward Vonleh. N E W YORK» The Brooklyn Nets made another addition to their frontcourt Monday by signing Noah Vonleh. The 6-foot-10 forward has played for six previous teams, including the Nuggets, after being the No. 9 pick in the 2014 draft by Charlotte.
Iowa State gives Campbell new contract through 2028.
A M E S, IOWA» Iowa State coach Matt Campbell has agreed to a new eight-year contract through 2028 after leading the Cyclones to the Big 12 championship game and a New Year’s Six bowl. The school did not release terms of the contract Monday.