The NFL is dealing with a surge in injuries, with several players suffering from hamstring and knee issues. Meanwhile, Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson is set to return to work after a contract dispute. In other news, Charles Barkley is reportedly unhappy with the decision to license his popular NBA show to ESPN, and the Savannah Bananas, a wacky baseball team, are making headlines with their unique brand of entertainment. Looking back, we take a look at some notable events in sports history, including Michael Johnson's record-breaking 400-meter dash at the 1996 Olympics and Tim Donaghy's sentencing for his role in a betting scandal.
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