Jack Ramsay Fired as Buffalo Coach After Playoff Exit
Buffalo Braves owner Paul Snyder dismissed coach Jack Ramsay after 25 hours following the team’s playoff elimination by the Boston Celtics. Ramsay defended his tenure noting a historic expansion team rise, while local pundits cited a personality clash as a key factor in the decision. Ramsay had guided Buffalo from a 21-61 season to playoff contention before this year’s exit.
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Ramsay’s Braves future eyed after playoff run
Ramsay guided the Atlanta Braves through a 46-36 season and a first round playoff win over Philadelphia. General manager Snyder said Ramsay’s fate depended on postseason performance and thanked him for four years of work. Potential moves include NBA coaching gigs in Atlanta or Los Angeles if reports prove true.
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Patriots lineman gets two year prison term for cocaine sale
Jordan, 23, a New England Patriots lineman, was sentenced in U S District Court to two years for selling cocaine to a federal undercover agent. Co-defendant David Cohen received eight years plus six years parole. Mazzeo got one year suspended. Jordan could be released early under the Youth Corrections Act.
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Cornell lacrosse trio powers historic unbeaten run
Cornell's top ranked lacrosse attack led by Mike French Eamon McEneaney and Jon Levine has propelled an undefeated season. Moran credits teamwork with three players widely regarded as among the sport's best, drawing praise from rival coaches as they push the game toward broader national exposure.
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Secretariat and Bold Ruler at Claiborne Derby Farm Flashback
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