Celtics Sign Ellison to Six Year Deal
Celtics introduce free agent center forward Pervis Ellison as the latest addition in M L Carrs overhaul of the franchise. Ellison joins Blue Edwards and Dominique Wilkins in Carrs bid to revive the club after a 32 50 season, with Knick title pursuit and injury concerns highlighted.
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Practice Off To Enthusiastic Start
High school football teams began practice amid wet conditions as coaches reported smooth starts in helmets and pads. Rain caused minor adjustments but players were ready with plans to move to full contact next week ahead of Aug. 26 season opener.
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Ripken Keeps One Day At A Time Approach
Orioles star Cal Ripken extended his record by appearing in his 2,000th straight game in a 1-0 win over the Minnesota Twins. He went 6-for-4 and made two sparkling plays at shortstop while lamenting not getting a hit.
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Maddux Seeks Third Consecutive Cy Young
Braves ace Greg Maddux improved to 14-6 with an eight hit complete game in a 4-2 win over the Mets. He struck out eight and walked one as Atlanta moved to four wins in five games. Manager Bobby Cox hailed Maddux as a machine and the clinic on the mound.
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Penske faces new Brickyard 400 challenge at Indy
At Indianapolis, Roger Penske and his NASCAR team confront the inaugural Brickyard 400 with 80 plus entries for a 44 car field. Penske says he places no extra pressure on Rusty Wallace, stressing confidence in his team while noting Indy’s unique, packed grandstands and potential to elevate NASCAR’s status. He recalls Penske’s IndyCar success fueling overall growth and believes a win would be a strong credential for owner and driver.
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