Play It Again Sports, a division of Winmark Corporation, saw revenues reach $254 million in 2006, up 1.2% from $251 million last year. For the years ended 2006, 2005 and 2004, Play It Again Sports contributed royalties and franchise fees of $10.4 million,
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