A Hockey Sponsorship From A Dictator And Other Sports 'Hail Marys'

A "Hail Mary" in sports is a last-ditch effort at success, like a heave to the end zone or a half-court shot just before the buzzer. This week on Only A Game, we share some stories of last-chance efforts off the field. There's the struggling German hockey club that turned to Muammar Gaddafi for sponsorship money. Plus, the rock band Devo's quest to track down golfer Chi Chi Rodriguez — and more. Join us!

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The Devo De-Evolution Of Golfer Chi Chi Rodriguez
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The Worst Sponsorship Deal In The History of Pro Sports?
With the help of a notorious dictator with a book to peddle, a German pro hockey team almost saved itself from bankruptcy.

Two Inner-City Wrestlers, One ESPN Producer, One Family
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