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Roger Clemens and Mike Piazza. O.J. Simpson and Jim Brown. Bobby Clarke and the Lindros family. Martina Hingis and the Williams sisters. Iraq and Iran. Those aren't rivalries, people, they're blood feuds. Page 2's Ralph Wiley explains the reason for all this mutual hatred -- except for Iran and Iraq, a problem he will solve later.
WILEY: LET'S PLAY THE FEUD




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If there's one thing Page 2's readers agree on, it is simply this: The Sports Guy knows all. Today, Bill Simmons dips into his overflowing mailbag and attempts to answer questions on his least favorite characters from the "Friday the 13th" series, why he's always ripping on college hoops, how he really feels about Pedro and the great Jules Asner vs. Brooke Burke debate.

Marilyn vs. Anna Battery Mates
By today's standards, Anna Kournikova is scorching hot. But when she decided to take on Marilyn Monroe, one of the classic beauties of the 20th century, Anna stepped up in class. Page 2 ponders the legitimacy of this audacious move with a comparison of the two blonde bombshells.
 Sometimes real life is funnier than anything we can make up here at Page 2. Such was the case when Indians pitcher Chuck Finley was allegedly beat up by the chick from the Whitesnake videos. Jim Caple tries to figure out what happened to the career of "actress" Tawny Kitaen.

REEL LIFE
"Bull Durham," Ron Shelton's classic film about minor-league baseball, was re-released on DVD earlier this week. But how accurately did the flick portray life down on the farm? Page 2's Jeff Merron took a Closer Look and discovered ... hey, lazy bones, read the column and find out for yourself!


You've already taken a look at our top 10 clutch performers, so now it's your turn. Here's how Page 2 readers ranked their list, along with a poll to determine the best clutch peformer of all-time.
10]  Tiger Woods
"The guy has more shots in his bag than anyone, and he knows exactly when to pull each one out."
9]  Joe Namath
"Any person who could guarantee a win in a game of such caliber like the Super Bowl and back it up is clutch."
8]   Patrick Roy
"The 10 overtime victories in 1993 for Montreal speak volumes, not to mention his three Conn Smythe Trophies and four Stanley Cups."
7]   Kirk Gibson
"Has anybody else ever won a whole World Series with one swing in the first game?"
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Baseball futures: Odds to win World Series
Yankees 2-1 Athletics 8-1
Mariners 4-1 Diamondbacks 7-1
Braves 6-1 Cardinals 10-1
Devil Rays 200-1 Pirates 150-1
Expos 150-1 Brewers 200-1
All Times ET -- Bold indicates home team
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THE SPORTS GUY
With the season winding down, Bill Simmons breaks out his annual "Which NBA Player Has the Highest Trade Value?" game.

THE HOT LIST
Page 2's Dan Shanoff throws out the ceremonial Hot 'n' Not list to mark the beginning of the baseball season.

JUST DUCKY
After speaking with the inventor of Celebriducks, Page 2's Darren Rovell discovers no promotional idea is too crazy to float.

WUSSES 'R' US
Modern sports fans need good "sight lines," gourmet concessions and fully-stocked luxury suites. Page 2's Bob Halloran says they also need a reality check.

MADE YOU LOOK
Page 2's Chris McKendry offers an appreciation of the perfect women of UConn -- and T-shirts that make you think.
If your favorite writer isn't on Page 2 today, click here to check out our full roster of columnists.


"National Lampoon's Van Wilder" opens today, and the movie's star, Ryan Reynolds, bears a resemblance to Simon Gagne, right, of the Philadelphia Flyers. This match was requested by Michael Hoffman of Mountain View, Calif. Browse our archives of past pairs or click here to submit a future duo for Page 2.

Tennis: Davis Cup quarterfinals
3 p.m. ET, ESPN
USA vs. Spain singles match.
 
Avalanche at Stars
7 p.m. ET, ESPN (regional)
Or, at 8 p.m. ET, Blackhawks at Blues.
 
Mets at Braves
7:30 p.m. ET, TBS
Figure these games will matter in NL East race.
 
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• Thurs., April 4: Anna vs. Marilyn
• Wed., April 3: Bringin' Heat
• Tues., April 2: NCAA Winners
• Mon., April 1: Cooler Day
• Fri., March 29: Know your role

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• Sportoon: Behind Terps' title
• 10 Burning Questions with Jay Mohr
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• 10 Burning Questions with Jim Morris
• What the Heck Are They Thinking?
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