Quiet spring for Rocker signals calmer Braves camp
Atlanta closer John Rocker dons a sleeveless shirt in the Braves clubhouse amid a quieter spring training in Orlando Florida. Chipper Jones cites less tension and a return to baseball as usual after a turbulent 1999-2000 period marked by Rocker's off field remarks and media scrutiny.
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Davis Love III Takes Nissan Open Lead With Birdie
Davis Love III built a three stroke cushion by birdieing late in the third round to lead at 10-under 203 in the Nissan Open. Corey Pavin shot 67 to reach 206 and join Dennis Paulson, Craig Barlow, and Robert Allenby at 206.
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Islanders Hold Off Panthers In Narrow NHL Win
Mariusz Czerkawski scored twice with an assist as the New York Islanders built a four goal lead and held on to beat the Florida Panthers 5-4. Jason Blake Dave Scatchard and Roman Hamrlik also scored while Rick DiPietro stopped 25 shots for his second NHL win.
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Carter Leads Raptors Past Wizards in Washington
Vince Carter scored 19 points after a 63-minute game to lift the Toronto Raptors 106-99 over the Washington Wizards. Clark added 17 points on efficient shooting, Davis 16, while Washington's Richard Hamilton led all scorers with 23 in a loss that featured Wizards debutant Christian Laettner.
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