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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1999
Page
20
The record lists the NBA champions for each season from 1946-47 to 1987-88, naming the victorious team and opponent with series results such as 4-1 or 4-0. Teams repeatedly appearing include the Celtics, Lakers, Warriors, Knicks, and Bullets among others, with cities and franchises changing names through the era. It shows era rivalries including Celtics vs Lakers dominance, Warriors titles in earlier decades, and late 1980s Lakers championships.
The record lists each NBA champion from 1976-77 through 1992-93 and how they fared the next season, detailing series outcomes in conference or league finals or semifinals, including teams such as the Celtics, Blazers, Bullets, Sonics, Lakers, 76ers, Nets, Rockets, Pistons, Bulls, and Suns. It notes losses to teams like the 76ers, Sonics, Lakers, Rockets, Pistons, and Bulls, as well as title defenses by the Lakers and Celtics with varying series results.
Baseball trade news lists LHP Terry Rosenkranz purchased by Baltimore Orioles and assigned to Bowie of the Eastern League. Also notes multiple signings and releases across Frontier and Atlantic leagues, plus summarized MLB results and coaching hires from various teams and colleges.
E Walbeck and teammates Fernandez Berroa Stewart Velarde Batista powered by two doubles and a homer to lead ballclub. Williams Cruz and Bush delivered key hits as the squad tallied runs in the game, highlighting power and clutch hitting.
TV listings show Chicago Cubs at Milwaukee at 2 p.m. on WGN. ESPN carries Texas at New York Yankees or Oakland at Cleveland at 7:30 p.m. ESPN2 has College World Series game 11 Miami vs Alabama or Rice in Omaha. NBC airs NBA Finals game 1 New York at San Antonio at 9 p.m. ESPN carries Pittsburgh at Los Angeles or Florida at Arizona at 10:30 p.m.
The 1993 94 Bulls fell to the Knicks in seven games in the conference semifinals. In 1994 95 the Rockets defended their title by sweeping the Magic in four games. In 1995 96 the Rockets lost to the SuperSonics in four in the conference semifinals. In 1996 97 the Bulls defended the title by beating the Jazz. In 1997 98 the Bulls again defended the title by beating the Jazz. In 1998 99 the Bulls missed the playoffs.
National Baseball Hall of Fame appoints Dale Petroskey as president. Orioles sign multiple players including Matthew Tate and Octavio Martinez. Mariners designate Mac Suzuki for assignment and recall Melvin Bunch from Tacoma. Rangers sign Colby Lewis to Pulaski. Blue Jays activate Quantrill and Berroa and designate Hollins. Dodgers acquire Craig Counsell and designate Brent Cookson. Riverdogs activate Schuldt Katz and send Wright Martin to Hudson Valley.
Jason Giambi went 3-for-3 with two RBIs as the A's opened a four city, 13 game road trip. Cleveland manager Mike Hargrove had hoped to get a second straight strong start from Wright, who pitched six innings of two hit ball against Milwaukee last week. The right hander's confidence had been shaken this season following accusations of being a headhunter.
Martinez pitched eight innings giving up five hits and eight strikeouts to match the major league lead with 151. Jacque Jones hit an eighth inning run for Boston as Tim Wakefield earned the save in the ninth. Boston scored four in the sixth to win for the fourth time in 11 games after a prior Montreal loss snapped a nine game streak.
Pedro Martinez strengthened as Boston rallied to a 4-2 victory over Minnesota. Martinez improved to 12-2, giving up two runs and four hits in four innings before retiring nine straight. The Twins pushed a leadoff single in the eighth before the Red Sox sealed the win.
Fans in Bluefield celebrate the start of the season at Bowen Field as the Orioles begin a new year. Longtime supporters like Sam and Bonnie Gattuso praise the minor league atmosphere and excitement, while others note changes from last season and hope for player advancement within the organization.
Dyer notes a largely inexperienced roster with only four returnees for the Orioles this season. New outfielder Steve Salargo, a 20th round pick out of East Carolina, cites Bowen Field’s setting as a draw. Pitcher Sean Jones, back after Bluefield in 1998, aims to build on solid Florida work as Johnson City starts the third game. If Tuesday’s buzz continues, fans can expect an engaging 1999 campaign.
The article notes an abnormal blood flow and a second malformation removed from Dierker. After closing, a bone flap was replaced in the skull. Parrish recalls Dierker asking if there would be no more head butts, to which he answered yes. Jeff Bagwell comments on relief.
Barr wins NAIA District 21 Coach of the Year honor with IWU in 1993 and rises from interim to full-time athletics director at Bluefield College. He brings seven years coaching high school baseball and extensive teaching, plus directing winter and summer camps. He and his family plan to move to BC campus in mid June.
Wahama pitcher Smoulder led six innings in each state tournament game earning two wins and eight strikeouts in an 8-2 victory over Big Creek. Bryant Porter, catcher for Williamson’s Wolfpack, posted top numbers with a .524 average, 10 homers, 55 RBIs. Adam Simmons of East Hardy claimed final infield spot with .627 average, 14 doubles and 33 RBIs, plus 29 stolen bases and .893 slugging. Outfielders include Zac Johnson of Williamstown, Seth Sedlock of Fayetteville, and Mike Criner of Buffalo. Sedlock set a state single season homer mark with 18, Johnson hit .404 with seven homers and 42 RBIs, Criner batted .395 with 10 homers and 36 RBIs. Matt Sosebee of Van joined Metheny as a utility.
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