10 Worst Sports Moments of 2012

The NFL Replacement Referees' Golden Tate touchdown call was one of the epic failures of 2012.

The year in sports was full of both highlights and lowlights. There were great moments like Usain Bolt’s 100-meter dash at the London Olympics and LeBron James winning his first NBA championship. But there were even more blunders made on and off the field by players, coaches and entire leagues. Here’s a look at the bottom 10 worst sports moments of 2012:

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R.A. Dickey Gets Sweet Star Wars Onesie for Christmas

The pitcher and Star Wars nerd shares his favorite present

Self-proclaimed Star Wars nerd and knuckleball pitching sensation R.A. Dickey tweeted out a picture of his favorite Christmas present yesterday. The picture (as seen below) included the tweet: "Maybe my favorite gift all year. Thank you Lucas Film."

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Athlon's Essential 11 Links of the Day

Rounding up the web's best sports links so you don't have to.

This is your daily link roundup of our favorite sports posts on the web for December 21.

• If you're reading this, the world didn't end. To celebrate, here's a gift from Athlon Sports to you, our readers: NFL cheerleaders in Christmas costumes. Merry Christmas.

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Baseball's Worst Free Agent Signings Ever

Josh Hamilton's $125-million contract got us thinking of baseball's bad deals

With the news that the Los Angeles Angels just signed Josh Hamilton to a five-year contract for a reported $125 million, it begs the question: Five years from now, will this be viewed as one of the worst free agent deals in history? If so, Hamilton must “outperform” these big-money free agents from the distant and recent past.

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"I hate to see them go. I really and truly do. But this is who we are and this is how we have to conduct business."

Tampa Bay Rays manager Joe Maddon after the trade of pitchers James Shields and Wade Davis to the Royals for younger players, including top prospect Wil Myers..

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10 Best Owners in Sports History

Robert Kraft saved the Patriots from leaving New England before winning three Super Bowls.

The players and coaches may hog the spotlight, but success in sports usually starts from the top. Those owners who sign the checks and make the right hires have the ability to not only change the fate of their respective teams, but to significantly improve their sport and, in some cases, impact the course of history. These are 10 of the best examples of the greatest owners in sports history.

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MLB: Very Early Baseball Predictions for 2013

It's never too early to look ahead to 2013.

It’s never too early to start thinking about 2013. At least now that the World Series is over. I mean, what else is there to think about? Pitchers and catchers report in a little more than 100 days. Certainly, key trades and free agent signings will tweak these predictions as we get deeper into the offseason. But for now, here’s an early, early look at how the standings might appear next October.

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"I haven't earned anything."

Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire on managing this season without a deal beyond 2013.

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10 Worst Owners in Sports History

Scoundrels, cheapskates and spoiled brats who ripped defeat from the jaws of victory.

As long as sports have been played in organized leagues, there have been team owners who have disgraced their respective games. Scoundrels, cheapskates and spoiled brats have always found a way to rip defeat from the jaws of victory — none worse than these 10 worst owners in sports history.

1. Harry Frazee, Boston Red Sox (1916-1923)

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2012 Holiday Gift Guide for Sports Fans

Here's what every sports fan needs under their Christmas tree

Are you looking for the perfect and unusual gift for the sports fan in your life? Welcome. You’ve come to the right place. Here’s a look at some of our favorites.